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gait

How a person walks; changes predict falls.

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Definition

In senior care, Gait refers to how a person walks; changes predict falls.

Recognizing this term helps families follow care plans, talk with clinicians, and understand eligibility for programs or facility levels of care.

These summaries are for orientation only. Diagnosis, treatment, and medication decisions belong with qualified health professionals who know the person's history.

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