Gait disturbances are a common medical problem in old age. After the age of 70, 35% of people have abnormal gait and after 85, gait changes are found in the majority of people. In this video, we rejoin Professor Robin Crompton to discuss some of the common symptoms and impacts of changing gait.
Robin compares his own gait with that of a younger volunteer. As Robin walks, notice his slower gait speed and shorter stride length; these are common occurrences in older people. Reduced mobility markedly impairs quality of life and can worsen many of the symptoms associated with gait disturbances. Robin discusses some of the everyday tasks that he struggles with, such as crossing roads and carrying shopping.
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