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The Journals of Gerontology Series A· 2012Q1

Independent Domains of Gait in Older Adults and Associated Motor and Nonmotor Attributes: Validation of a Factor Analysis Approach

S. Lord, Brook Galna, Joe Verghese, Shirley Coleman et al.

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A factor analysis of 16 gait variables in 189 older adults identified five distinct gait domains: pace, rhythm, variability, asymmetry, and postural control, which collectively explain 79.5% of gait variance.

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Field: Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

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