Gait and balance issues are a result of pain, muscle weakness, trauma, inflammation, muscle tightness or spasticity, loss of balance, and poor posture. Causes include a limited range of motion, numbness (sensory deficit), and fatigue. Gait and balance are also primary factors in one’s stability while standing, thus affecting daily activities. Older adults benefit greatly from intentional training of gait and balance to improve function.
Key topics include:
- Gait training
- Balance training
- Stability training techniques