Oct 28, 2020 | Gait Research, General Gait Analysis
A gait abnormality is a divergence from normal walking. When a person walks, their body relies on proper functioning from their ears, eyes, brain, muscles, and sensory nerves. Without its complete cooperation, walking issues can occur, which can lead to more...
Mar 27, 2020 | Gait and Balance Academy
What is Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy? Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy (DCM), also known as cervical spondylotic myelopathy or cervical stenosis, is a condition in which the spine in the area of the neck (cervical) suffers chronic compression and degenerates over...
Mar 23, 2020 | Gait Analysis with Zeno Walkway, Gait Research
Protokinetics, a leading provider of gait analysis systems, is delighted to celebrate the achievement of Kristin Lowry, PT, Ph.D., who recently received the Excellence In Research Award from the Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy, a component of the American...
Dec 18, 2019 | Gait and Balance Academy
What are the symptoms of Ataxia? Ataxia is commonly defined as a lack of coordination in body movements or a loss of balance which is not due to muscle weakness. Ataxia symptoms can be seen in a variety of voluntary motor tasks such as using fingers or hands,...
Nov 14, 2019 | General Gait Analysis
Michael Rowling, the Chief Operating Officer and Director of Business Development for ProtoKinetics, has published an article in the industry publication Lower Extremity Review on the importance of paying attention to real-world metrics when using gait analysis...