What Is Parkinsons Gait

Parkinsonian gait

What does a Parkinsons gait look like?

Parkinsonian gait is characterized by small shuffling steps and a general slowness of movement (hypokinesia), or even the total loss of movement (akinesia) in the extreme cases.

How does someone with Parkinsons walk?

The feet land flat on the floor with each step instead of on the heel (can lead to shuffling and falls) Festination or shuffling (quick, small, involuntary steps forward; often accompanied by stooped posture) Retropulsion (quick, small, involuntary steps backward)