Careful gait
Symptoms
Related diseases
A careful gait involves walking with caution and deliberation, often to prevent falls or injury. People adopt this gait due to conditions like osteoporosis, arthritis, and neurological disorders. It may feature slower movement, shorter steps, and a wider stance to maintain balance. Pain, weakness, or fear of falling often contribute to a careful gait.
Source | Author Doctor Nikas Samuolis, reviewed by Prof. Virginijus Šapoka | Vilnius University | Faculty of Medicine | Head of the Department of Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, and Oncology