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    Assessing older adults

    Area of Science:

    • Gerontology
    • Biomechanics
    • Gait Analysis

    Background:

    • Assessing older adults in a gait laboratory presents unique challenges.
    • These challenges differ from those encountered when evaluating younger individuals.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To identify and address specific problems in gait laboratory assessments for the elderly.
    • To offer practical solutions for accurate gait observation in older populations.

    Main Methods:

    • Discussion of apparatus suitability for geriatric gait studies.
    • Consideration of appropriate footwear for older adults during gait analysis.
    • Methods for observing and interpreting gait in the elderly.

    Main Results:

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  • Identified key issues related to equipment, footwear, and observation in elderly gait assessment.
  • Proposed practical solutions to overcome these assessment challenges.

    • Conclusions:

    • Successful gait assessment in older adults requires specialized considerations.
    • Addressing apparatus, footwear, and observational challenges enhances the accuracy of geriatric gait analysis.