Effects of using conventional assistive devices on spatiotemporal gait parameters of adults with neurological disorders: A systematic review protocol.

ABSTRACT: Individuals with neurological disorders often experience gait impairments that contribute to increased disability, long-term care risk, and higher healthcare costs. The prescription of assistive devices is a commonly employed strategy to compensate for gait impairments in this population. Despite being recommended by various guidelines, there are limited recommendations for prescribing these devices. Furthermore, the effects of using assistive devices on the gait of individuals with neurological disorders are poorly known. Therefore, the aim of this systematic review is to investigate the immediate, short, and long-term effects of using conventional assistive devices (e.g., canes, crutches, walkers) on gait parameters of adults with neurological disorders. This Systematic review was regist

SUBMITTER: de Paula Magalhaes J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11990470 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature