AAPM&R’s Spotlight Series: The Kinetic Chain: Gait Analysis-The Kinetic Chain: Gait Analysis

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Summary:<br /><br />The video discusses the different aspects of running gait, including differences between walking and running, impact of factors on joint torques, and the effect of running shoes on joint torques. It emphasizes the importance of hip strength and core stability in preventing falls and compensating for neuropathy. The impact of compliant surfaces on injury rates and energy efficiency in runners is also discussed. The need for further research in this area is highlighted.<br /><br />Dr. Catherine Alter discusses runner's dystonia and the use of motion analysis in assessing it. Runner's dystonia is often misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed and can be mistaken for musculoskeletal problems. Motion analysis provides detailed quantitative data about gait, kinetics, kinematics, and EMG, which helps identify abnormalities characteristic of dystonia. Distinguishing between dystonic movements and compensatory movements is crucial for determining appropriate treatment, such as botulinum toxin injections. The initial dose of botulinum toxin for dystonia is lower than for spasticity. Early recognition and referral of runner's dystonia patients are important to minimize unnecessary treatments and interventions.

Keywords

running gait

walking

running

joint torques

running shoes

hip strength

core stability

falls

neuropathy

compliant surfaces

injury rates

energy efficiency

runner's dystonia

motion analysis

botulinum toxin injections