by Kevin O'Hara D.C.
Here is a short list of changes in the way people walk that can signify health issues that should be addressed immediately.
Festination................................Shuffling,mincing,propulsion................Parkinsons
Motor Ataxia.............................Staggering..............................................Cerebellum
Sensory Ataxia..........................Foot Slappage..................................Posterior column, spinal chord
Steppage...................................Foot drop, toe drag, foot slap...........Anterior tibialis, L4, deep pain
Gluteus Medius Lurch..............Lateral sway over weight bearing leg......L5
Gluteus Maximus Lurch...........osterior sway (leans back during mid-stance); S1
Circumduction...........................CVA, Weak Quads (unilateral)
Waddling..................................MD, clumsy, weak
Scissor.....................................Cerebral Palsy, Adductor spasm
Sometimes just paying attention to your body or being observant to those around you can give you information about health issues. Pay attention and don't delay if you see or feel something odd.
See ytou in the office.
Dr Kevin
O'Hara Family Chiropractic
940 South Arthur Ave
Arlington Heights, IL, US