Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8798305 | Gait & Posture | 2018 | 29 Pages |
Abstract
The findings of this review suggest that most spatiotemporal parameters significantly differ across different age groups. Elderly populations show a reduction of preferred walking speed, cadence, step and stride length, all related to a more cautious gait, while gait variability measures remain stable over time. A preliminary framework of normative reference data is provided, enabling insights into the influence of aging on spatiotemporal parameters, however spatiotemporal parameters of middle-aged adults should be investigated more thoroughly.
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Authors
Nolan Herssens, Evi Verbecque, Ann Hallemans, Luc Vereeck, Vincent Van Rompaey, Wim Saeys,