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Most Common Gait Deviations and What It Means for Your Body

October 9th, 2025

Walking may seem effortless, but it is actually one of the most complex movements your body performs. Every step involves a finely tuned sequence of muscle activations, joint movements, and balance adjustments. As physical therapists, we analyze these gait patterns. Understanding your gait pattern allows us to understand how your body moves, identify inefficiencies, and

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Your Hip Dropping (Trendelenburg Gait) When You Walk Could Be The Result of Weak Hips

September 28th, 2021

Have you ever noticed your hip on one side dropping when you walk? Does this result in you looking like you are limping, waddling, or missing a step? You may be experiencing what is known as Trendlenburg gait. This is an abnormal gait pattern that is caused by weakness or paralysis of the hip abductor

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