Jun 05, 2025

Why gait quality matters

Siddhartha Jana

Walking boosts quality of life

Walking is the top physical activity for daily well-being, yet 1 in 3 people over 60 struggle with walking.

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Gait pattern matters

Poor gait leads to joint strain, instability, and higher fall risk, impacting safety and mobility.

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Gait rhythm like a heart ECG

Walking has a rhythm, and disruptions in gait can signal ageing issues early on.

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Heel2Toe sensor aids gait

This wearable tracks ankle movement, providing real-time data and feedback to improve walking.

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Strong heel strike is key

A healthy step starts with a firm heel strike, rolling through the foot and pushing off the toes smoothly.

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Poor gait leads to a vicious cycle

Unstable walking reduces confidence and activity, causing muscle weakness and worsening gait.

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Relearning gait is possible

Using tools like Heel2Toe, people can retrain walking patterns through audio cues reinforcing good steps.

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