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What is a common characteristic of walking posture in elderly individuals with no diseases?
What is a common characteristic of walking posture in elderly individuals with no diseases?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of gait disturbance?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of gait disturbance?
What is the primary step in diagnosing gait disturbance?
What is the primary step in diagnosing gait disturbance?
What is the goal of posture control mechanisms in preventing gait disorders?
What is the goal of posture control mechanisms in preventing gait disorders?
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Which of the following exercises is NOT a treatment approach for gait disorders?
Which of the following exercises is NOT a treatment approach for gait disorders?
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How often is regular walking recommended for patients with gait disorders?
How often is regular walking recommended for patients with gait disorders?
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Sensory function disturbance can be a cause of muscle claudication.
Sensory function disturbance can be a cause of muscle claudication.
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Assessing all components of gait is the first step in diagnosing gait disturbance.
Assessing all components of gait is the first step in diagnosing gait disturbance.
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Trunk instability is a sign of gait disturbance, but not a cause.
Trunk instability is a sign of gait disturbance, but not a cause.
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Reducing the risk of back injury is a primary treatment approach for gait disorders.
Reducing the risk of back injury is a primary treatment approach for gait disorders.
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A trunk instability is always accompanied by a fear of falling.
A trunk instability is always accompanied by a fear of falling.
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Gait speed and duration can be increased through balancing exercise.
Gait speed and duration can be increased through balancing exercise.
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