Introduction to Gait Analysis

Name: Introduction to Gait Analysis
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ISBN: 9780750688833

ISBN-10: 0750688831

ISBN-13: 9780750688833

Edition: 4th 2007 (Revised)

Authors: Michael W. Whittle, Michael W. Whittle

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Gait analysis is the systematic study of human walking. Most of the literature in this field is highly specialized and very technical. This book, however, aims to brings gait analysis out of the 'ivory tower' of the research laboratory, and to put it where it belongs, in the 'real world' of the clinic. The author has maintained the clear and approachable style that established the first three editions. Highly readable, the book builds upon the basics of anatomy, physiology and biomechanics. Describes both normal and pathological gait. Covers the range of methods available to perform gait analysis, from the very simple to the very complex. Emphasizes the clinical applications of gait…

Book details

List price: $81.95
Edition: 4th
Copyright year: 2007
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Publication date: 2/5/2007
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 268
Size: 7.75" wide x 9.75" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.298
Language: English



Acknowledgments


Preface to fourth edition


Preface to first edition



Basic sciences


Anatomy


Physiology


Biomechanics


References and suggestions for further reading



Normal gait


Walking and gait


History


Terminology used in gait analysis


Outline of the gait cycle 57


The gait cycle in detail


Ground reaction forces


Support moment


Energy consumption


Optimization of energy usage


Starting and stopping


Other varieties of gait


Gait in the young


Gait in the elderly


References and suggestions for further reading



Pathological and other abnormal gaits


Specific gait abnormalities


Walking aids


Amputee gait


Treadmill gait


Common pathologies affecting gait


References and suggestions for further reading



Methods of gait analysis


Visual gait analysis


General gait parameters


Timing the gait cycle


Direct motion measurement systems


Electrogoniometers


Pressure beneath the foot


Electromyography


Energy consumption


Accelerometers


Gyroscopes


Force platforms


Kinematic systems


Combined kinetic/kinematic systems


References and suggestions for further reading



Applications of gait analysis


Clinical gait assessment


Conditions benefiting from gait assessment


Future developments


Conclusion


References and suggestions for further reading



Gait assessment in cerebral palsy


Basic physiology of movement


The causes of cerebral palsy


Spastic hemiplegia


Spastic diplegia


Other varieties of cerebral palsy


Crouch gait


Spasticity


Lever arm dysfunction


Gait patterns in cerebral palsy


Gait assessment


Overview of treatment


Summary


References and suggestions for further reading



Gait analysis data on CD-ROM


Computer requirements


Running the CD


Contents of the CD


How to use the Polygon viewer


Notes


Acknowledgments


Appendices



Normal ranges for gait parameters



Conversions between measurement units



Sources of further information


Glossary


Index