Gait Analysis Using GAITRite System

To measure temporospatial gait, various gait-related variables including walking velocity, cadence, step length, stride length, double support time, and the base support between the heels of both feet (H-H base support) were measured using the GAITRite system (CIR Systems Inc. Peekskill, NY, USA), which has proven validity. The participants were asked to walk at a comfortable speed 2 m in front of a walking board and on a 4 m walking board according to the examiner’s verbal instructions [27 (link)]. The participants were measured indoors with their shoes off and socks on. The gait test was performed three times for each participant and the average value was used. The test was conducted between 1 and 4 p.m. and 10 min of rest were given between each of the three measurements.