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Basic gait parameters: reference data for normal subjects, 10-79 years of age

T Oberg1, A Karsznia, K Oberg

  • 1Department of Biomechanics and Orthopaedic Technology, University College of Health Sciences, Jönköping, Sweden.

Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

This study provides reference data for basic gait parameters in healthy adults aged 10-79. Findings reveal significant differences in gait based on sex and age, crucial for understanding human locomotion.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomechanics
  • Human locomotion analysis
  • Gait science

Background:

  • Establishing normative data for human gait parameters is essential for clinical and research applications.
  • Previous studies have not comprehensively detailed gait parameters across a wide age range and both sexes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To establish comprehensive reference data for basic gait parameters in healthy individuals.
  • To investigate the influence of age and sex on gait characteristics.
  • To provide a basis for comparison in clinical assessments and research.

Main Methods:

  • Gait parameters were measured from 233 healthy participants (116 males, 117 females) aged 10-79 years.
  • Measurements were conducted in a controlled laboratory setting on a 5.5-meter walkway.

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  • Statistical analyses included calculation of mean, standard deviation, coefficient of variation, and confidence/prediction intervals.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant sex-based differences were observed across all gait parameters.
    • Age-related variability was significant for gait speed and step length at normal and fast walking speeds.
    • A significant interaction effect between age and sex was found for step length during normal and fast gait.

    Conclusions:

    • The generated reference tables offer valuable data for slow, normal, and fast gait conditions.
    • The findings highlight the importance of considering both age and sex when evaluating gait parameters.
    • These reference data are validated for indoor laboratory settings and can aid in the interpretation of gait abnormalities.