Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
A gait exam is a part of the neurological examination focusing on observing and assessing how an individual walks to identify possible neurological disorders. It evaluates various aspects such as balance, coordination, and muscle strength.
Related terms
Neurological Exam: A comprehensive assessment performed by healthcare professionals to evaluate the nervous system's function in detecting neurological disorders.
Coordination Test: Part of the neurological examination that assesses the ability to perform smoothly coordinated movements, crucial for determining motor skill functionality.
Muscle Strength: An assessment criterion within both gait exams and broader neurological exams that measures the power and capacity of muscles to perform tasks