Feb 18, 2024 · Walking speed is gaining traction as a vital sign, providing critical information about physical and mental health risks. Here’s when to get a gait analysis.

May 31, 2022 · A dual association between walking speed and memory decline is predictive of later dementia, a 2020 meta-analysis of nearly 9,000 American adults found.

Jul 16, 2025 · Increasing your walking cadence by 14 steps can improve mobility and endurance in older adults, according to a new study.

Oct 23, 2024 · Previous research has found that the ability to balance declines with age. The new study compared this ability with other muscular factors such as hand grip and knee strength as well as gait …

Jun 16, 2025 · In these expert-approved men's running shoes suitable for those with underpronation, a socklike fit ensures they move with — as opposed to against — your natural foot shape and gait cycle.

Jul 24, 2025 · Be sure to walk at a normal speed in a pattern that feels like a comfortable gait for you. Don’t try to preemptively adjust since you want to observe any potential issues.

Apr 11, 2025 · Ultimately, a visit to your podiatrist can help you determine your gait and foot type, which will point you in the right direction regarding what to look for in your walking shoes.

Jul 1, 2024 · A study found that people with a specialized amputation and neuroprosthesis increased their walking speed to match the ranges and abilities of people without amputations.

Oct 18, 2024 · If you’ve consulted with a podiatrist or had a running shoe specialist analyze your gait for movement pattern irregularities like overpronation, you might want to opt for a Brooks shoe with more ...

Aug 11, 2023 · For the eight-week trial, Rutherford aimed to recruit 90 adults ages 60 or older who had depressive disorder, decreased processing speed or decreased gait speed, as outlined in the …