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walking - Definition: (Source: MedLinePlus)

Walking abnormalities are unusual and uncontrollable walk patterns, usually caused by diseases or injuries to the legs, feet, brain, spine, or inner ear. ...
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Causes of walking (Source: MedLinePlus)
ABNORMAL GAIT IN GENERAL Trauma ; Foot problems (such as a callus, corn, ingrown toenail, wart, pain, skin ulcer, swelling, spasms) ; Chondromalacia patellae ; Fracture ; Hemophilia ; Immunization (soreness in the leg or buttocks) ; Legs that are different lengths ; Myositis ; Tight or uncomfortable shoes ; Shin splints ; Infection ; Tendonitis ; Torsion of the testis ; Conversion disorder (a psychological disorder). CAUSES OF SPECIFIC GAITS Propulsive gait: Carbon monoxide poisoning ; Manganese poisoning ; Parkinson's disease ; Drugs including phenothiazines, haloperidol, thiothixene, loxapine, metoclopramide, and metyrosine (usually drug effects are temporary). ; Scissors gait: Cerebrovascular accident (stroke) ; Cervical spondylosis with myelopathy (a problem with the vertebrae in the neck) ; Liver failure ; Multiple sclerosis ; Pernicious anemia ; Spinal cord trauma ; Spinal cord tumor ; Syphilitic meningomyelitis ; Syringomyelia ; Cerebral palsy. ; Spastic gait: Brain abscess ; Brain tumor ; Cerebrovascular accident (stroke) ; Head trauma ; Multiple sclerosis. ; Steppage gait: Guillain-Barre syndrome ; Herniated lumbar disk ; Multiple sclerosis ; Peroneal muscle atrophy ; Peroneal nerve trauma ; Poliomyelitis ; Polyneuropathy ; Spinal cord trauma. ; Waddling gait: Congenital hip dysplasia ; Muscular dystrophy ; Spinal muscle atrophy. ...
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walking - Conventional Treatments (Source: MedLinePlus)
Treatment of the cause often improves the gait. For example, gait abnormalities from trauma to part of the leg will improve as the leg heals. For an abnormal gait that occurs with conversion disorder, psychiatric counseling as well as comfort and love from family members is strongly recommended. For a propulsive gait: Encourage the person to be as self-reliant and independent as possible. ; Allow plenty of time for daily activities, especially walking. People with this problem are susceptible to falls because of poor balance and an unconscious effort to always catch up. ; Provide walking assistance for safety reasons, especially on uneven ground. ; Consult a physical therapist about exercise therapy and walking retraining. For a scissors gait: Loss of skin sensation is often associated with scissors gait, so skin care should be provided in order to avoid skin breakdown and ulcers. ; Leg braces and in-shoe splints can help maintain proper foot alignment for standing and walking. A physical therapist can supply these and provide exercise therapy, if appropriate. For a spastic gait: Both active and passive exercises are encouraged. ; Leg braces and in-shoe splints can help maintain proper foot alignment for standing and walking. A physical therapist can supply these and provide exercise therapy, if appropriate. ; A cane or a walker is recommended for those with poor balance. For a steppage gait: Adequate rest is encouraged. Fatigue can often cause an affected person to stub his ...
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News on walking
Walking Helps Seniors Take Aging in Stride (MedicineNet)
A Little Walking Cuts Blood Pressure (MedicineNet)
Common Drug Eases Leg Pain From Walking (MedicineNet)
Overeating to blame for U.S. obesity epidemic (ReutersHealth)
U.S. public at risk from complacency over flu: CDC (ReutersHealth)
Breaks, posture shifts help ward off low back pain (ReutersHealth)
Obesity, arthritis dog women in later years (ReutersHealth)
U.S. senators start writing healthcare overhaul bill (ReutersHealth)
Politician stands tall after bone-breaking surgery (ReutersHealth)
Exercise calms agitation associated with dementia (ReutersHealth)
In swine flu, Obama faces big domestic test (ReutersHealth)
Beware of Dog, emergency docs warn (ReutersHealth)
Vitamin K may boost effects of cancer pill Nexavar (ReutersHealth)

Further Reading on walking
  • High Triglycerides - Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    Reducing weight , limiting fat and sugars in your diet , cutting down on alcohol , and increasing activity may lower triglycerides ...fun, and more effective. You may want to choose walking to help increase...
  • Clubfoot - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    What is clubfoot ? Clubfoot ( also called talipes equinovarus ) is a general term used to describe a range of unusual positions of the ...run, and play. If the child is not walking by the time he or she...
  • Leg Problems,Noninjury - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    Minor leg problems , such as sore muscles , are common . Leg problems commonly occur during sports or ...cramping pain that occurs with predictable amounts of exercise, such as walking a short distance,
  • Meniscus Tear - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    A meniscus tear is a common knee joint injury...knee feel stiff and limit how you can bend your knee, but walking is usually possible. You might feel a sharp pain when you twist...able to drive and...
  • Healthy Aging - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    What is healthy aging ? Aging is a normal process of physical change over time - you can age passively without giving it much thought ,...depressed. Physical activity can be anything from walking to gardening...


  • Radial Head Subluxation - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    What is radial head subluxation ? Radial head subluxation means that the radius , one of two long bones in the lower arm ( forearm ),...sidewalk or equipment at a playground). Use care when walking with your...
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    WebMD explains seasonal affective disorder ( SAD ) including who gets it , causes , symptoms , diagnosis , and treatments . Seasonal ...less depressed. Moderate-intensity exercises such as walking , riding a...
  • Hip Fracture - Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    The goal of treatment for hip fractures is to allow you to do , without pain , most of the things you did before your fracture . The ...bathing on a bath stool. You will probably need a walking aid-a...
  • Pilonidal Disease - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    Pilonidal disease is a chronic infection in the skin slightly above the crease of the buttocks...cyst . A pilonidal cyst can be painful enough to make sitting or walking difficult, and in some cases...
  • Hip Fracture - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    A hip fracture is more than a broken bone . If you are older , breaking your hip can mean a major ...can weaken bones. 1 Not being active. Weight-bearing exercise, such as walking , can help keep bones...


  • Walking for Fitness ( eMedicineHealth )
  • Walking Helps Seniors Take Aging in Stride ( eMedicineHealth )
  • A Little Walking Cuts Blood Pressure ( eMedicineHealth )
  • Experimental MS Drug May Aid Walking ( eMedicineHealth )

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