Indeed, considering the decreased range of movement, pain, and altered posture [8,9] associated with ankylosing spondylitis, previous works have reported that ankylosing spondylitis leads to more cautious gait pattern, shorter stride length, and decreased range of motion at the hip and knee joints [10-12].
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A trend towards reduction was found in gait velocity and stride length. Gait analysis results showed statistically significant alterations in the sagittal plane ...
Jan 13, 2011 · In AS, the spine becomes rigid from the occiput to the sacrum and this leads patients to experience a stooped position. Subjects are unable to ...
Apr 22, 2020 · By impacting spinal mobility and physical functions, AS could also potentially impair gait.
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Nov 9, 2021 · Gait was significantly altered in patients with axSpA with reduced speed, cadence, stride length, and swing time and increased double support and stance time.
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Walking speed and step length successfully predicted clinical outcomes in patients with AS and control group patients, and multiple regression analysis ...
A trend towards reduction was found in gait velocity and stride length. Gait analysis results showed statistically significant alterations in the sagittal plane ...
Apr 1, 2023 · This study aimed to identify the relationship between gait parameters and health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in patients with ankylosing spondylitis (AS).