Gait Disorders
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When walking no longer feels safe or steady, it could be a gait disorder: a disturbance in the way of walking that affects balance, rhythm, or the coordination of steps.
Why it matters: they make mobility difficult and increase the risk of falls, especially in older people, so it is worth addressing them.
Possible causes: neurological, joint, or muscular problems, or the aftereffects of other illnesses that influence movement.
Which specialist evaluates it? The geriatrician is key in older adults and the internist provides a comprehensive view of the overall condition. If you notice unsteadiness when walking or repeated falls, seeing a professional makes it possible to identify the cause and protect your independence.
Data on 754 doctors who treat gait disorders
Which specialist treats gait disorders?
Gait disorders are evaluated by a geriatrician in older adults, with support from an internal medicine physician for comprehensive management. See a specialist if you notice that walking has become unstable, slow, or different from usual.
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Doctors specialized in gait disorders
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. Tanya Giselle Ramirez Cervantes
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Frequently asked questions
What is gait disorders?
When walking no longer feels safe or steady, it could be a gait disorder: a disturbance in the way of walking that affects balance, rhythm, or the coordination of steps.
Which doctor treats gait disorders?
Gait disorders are evaluated by a geriatrician in older adults, with support from an internal medicine physician for comprehensive management. See a specialist if you notice that walking has become unstable, slow, or different from usual.