title: Differences in gait velocity and trunk acceleration during semicircular turning gait with and without bag in females of very advanced age.
abstract: [Purpose] Gait velocity and trunk acceleration during semicircular turning gait with and without carrying a hand-held bag were compared in females of very advanced age. [Subjects and Methods] Ten female volunteers of very advanced age who could walk independently were recruited for this study. Gait velocity and trunk acceleration were measured using an accelerometer during semicircular turning gait with and without carrying a hand-held bag. [Results] Gait velocity during semicircular turning gait was greater with the bag than without the bag. [Conclusions] Trunk stability during semicircular turning gait was higher when the subjects carried a bag. Additional arm load could be considered during gait training in females of very advanced age.
authors.affiliation: Department of Rehabilitation Science, The Graduate School, Inje University, Republic of Korea.
authors.forename: Sun-Shil
authors.initials: SS
authors.lastname: Shin
authors.affiliation: Department of Physical Therapy, College of Biomedical Science and Engineering, Inje University, Republic of Korea.
authors.forename: Won-Gyu
authors.initials: WG
authors.lastname: Yoo
keywords: Adults of very advanced age; Stair negotiation; Trunk acceleration