This gait is also sometimes referred to as a stomping gait since patients may lift their legs very high to hit the ground hard. This gait can be seen in disorders of the dorsal columns (B12 …

Spastic gait (hemiplegic gait): A spastic gait causes you to walk with one stiff leg. When you lift that leg to walk, it either drags or swings around in a semicircular motion (circumduction). This …

Hemiplegic gait is characterized by spasticity and loss of function in some or all of the muscles of one side of the body, the other side being normal or nearly normal.

Hemiplegia, in its most severe form, is the complete paralysis of one entire side of the body. Either hemiparesis or hemiplegia can result from a variety of medical causes, including …

Hemiplegia—one-sided weakness or paralysis—can profoundly impact daily life, particularly walking and balance. For many patients and caregivers, understanding its origins provides …

Aug 2, 2018 · Based on recent advances on pathophysiology of muscle weakness and spasticity after stroke, a new perspective of understanding post-stroke hemiplegic gait is proposed. Its …

Oct 21, 2025 · You may need special footwear or orthotics to improve your gait. If you have a gait disorder, your doctor can help you minimize the effects and give you back as much mobility as …

The gait of a person with hemiplegic walking pattern is typically slow, irregular, and unsteady. Often, the patient requires external support, such as canes or walkers, to move more safely.

Jan 16, 2025 · Learn about hemiplegic gait, a walking problem caused by a stroke or brain injury. Our expert explains the symptoms, causes, and treatments available to help people improve …

Nov 27, 2024 · After a stroke, many experience hemiplegic gait, which is marked by weakness and stiffness on one side of the body. This condition can greatly alter walking patterns, making …