Gait Variability and Multiple Sclerosis
Joint Authors
Socie, Michael J.
Sosnoff, Jacob J.
Source
Multiple Sclerosis International
Issue
Vol. 2013, Issue 2013 (31 Dec. 2013), pp.1-7, 7 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2013-03-03
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
7
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Gait variability, that is, fluctuations in movement during walking, is an indicator of walking function and has been associated with various adverse outcomes such as falls.
In this paper, current research concerning gait variability in persons with multiple sclerosis (MS) is discussed.
It is well established that persons with MS have greater gait variability compared to age and gender matched controls without MS.
The reasons for the increase in gait variability are not completely understood.
Evidence indicates that disability level, assistive device use, attentional requirement, and fatigue are related to gait variability in persons with MS.
Future research should address the time-evolving structure (i.e., temporal characteristics) of gait variability, the clinical importance of gait variability, and underlying mechanisms that drive gait variability in individuals with MS.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Socie, Michael J.& Sosnoff, Jacob J.. 2013. Gait Variability and Multiple Sclerosis. Multiple Sclerosis International،Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-487759
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Socie, Michael J.& Sosnoff, Jacob J.. Gait Variability and Multiple Sclerosis. Multiple Sclerosis International No. 2013 (2013), pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-487759
American Medical Association (AMA)
Socie, Michael J.& Sosnoff, Jacob J.. Gait Variability and Multiple Sclerosis. Multiple Sclerosis International. 2013. Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-7.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-487759
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-487759