Age-related gait adaptations: analysis of temporal gait parameters and variability, and muscle activation across flat vs. uneven surfaces in young, middle-aged, and older adults
These findings highlight age-specific walking adaptations related to muscle activation. Understanding these adaptations is crucial for developing targeted interventions to enhance walking performance and reduce fall risks, especially in older adults. The study underscores the importance of assessing gait under various conditions to comprehensively capture age-related differences.
Authors
- Ilaria Pina (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6294-5398)
- Rachel A. Crockett (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8580-948X)
- Angus M. Hunter (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7562-6145)
- Paul A. Dudchenko (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1531-5713)
- Thomas B. Inns (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9876-4468)
- Lewis J. Macgregor (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2310-6468)
Institutions
- University of Stirling (GB)
- University of Aberdeen (GB)
- Nottingham Trent University (GB)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Aging
- Published
- 2025-07-24
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fragi.2025.1573778
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Balance, Gait, and Falls Prevention
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 4.76
Funders
- University of Stirling