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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Trendelenburg gait | |||
| synonyms = Gluteus medius lurch | |||
| field = [[Orthopedics]], [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Lateral pelvic tilt]], [[hip drop]] | |||
| complications = [[Hip pain]], [[lower back pain]] | |||
| onset = Can occur at any age | |||
| duration = Varies depending on underlying cause | |||
| causes = Weakness of the [[gluteus medius]] or [[gluteus minimus]] muscles, [[superior gluteal nerve]] injury | |||
| risks = [[Hip surgery]], [[neuromuscular disorders]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[Trendelenburg test]] | |||
| differential = [[Limping]], [[antalgic gait]] | |||
| treatment = [[Physical therapy]], [[strengthening exercises]], [[surgery]] | |||
| prognosis = Depends on underlying cause and treatment | |||
| frequency = Common in individuals with hip disorders | |||
}} | |||
'''Trendelenburg Gait''' is a type of abnormal gait, or manner of walking, characterized by the dropping of the hip on the side opposite to the one being lifted off the ground. This condition is named after Friedrich Trendelenburg, a German surgeon who first described the gait. | '''Trendelenburg Gait''' is a type of abnormal gait, or manner of walking, characterized by the dropping of the hip on the side opposite to the one being lifted off the ground. This condition is named after Friedrich Trendelenburg, a German surgeon who first described the gait. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The primary cause of Trendelenburg Gait is weakness or damage to the [[gluteus medius muscle]], which is responsible for stabilizing the pelvis during walking. This can be due to a variety of conditions, including [[muscular dystrophy]], [[nerve damage]], [[hip injury]], or [[hip surgery]]. | The primary cause of Trendelenburg Gait is weakness or damage to the [[gluteus medius muscle]], which is responsible for stabilizing the pelvis during walking. This can be due to a variety of conditions, including [[muscular dystrophy]], [[nerve damage]], [[hip injury]], or [[hip surgery]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The most noticeable symptom of Trendelenburg Gait is the dropping of the hip on the side opposite to the one being lifted off the ground. This can lead to an abnormal walking pattern, often described as a "waddling" gait. Other symptoms may include [[pain]] in the hip or leg, difficulty walking, and reduced mobility. | The most noticeable symptom of Trendelenburg Gait is the dropping of the hip on the side opposite to the one being lifted off the ground. This can lead to an abnormal walking pattern, often described as a "waddling" gait. Other symptoms may include [[pain]] in the hip or leg, difficulty walking, and reduced mobility. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of Trendelenburg Gait typically involves a physical examination by a healthcare provider, who will observe the patient's walking pattern. Additional tests, such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]], may be used to confirm the diagnosis and identify the underlying cause. | Diagnosis of Trendelenburg Gait typically involves a physical examination by a healthcare provider, who will observe the patient's walking pattern. Additional tests, such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]], may be used to confirm the diagnosis and identify the underlying cause. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for Trendelenburg Gait focuses on addressing the underlying cause and improving walking ability. This may involve [[physical therapy]], [[surgery]], or the use of assistive devices such as [[crutches]] or [[wheelchairs]]. | Treatment for Trendelenburg Gait focuses on addressing the underlying cause and improving walking ability. This may involve [[physical therapy]], [[surgery]], or the use of assistive devices such as [[crutches]] or [[wheelchairs]]. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Abnormal gait]] | * [[Abnormal gait]] | ||
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* [[Muscular dystrophy]] | * [[Muscular dystrophy]] | ||
* [[Nerve damage]] | * [[Nerve damage]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Orthopedics]] | [[Category:Orthopedics]] | ||
[[Category:Physical therapy]] | [[Category:Physical therapy]] | ||
[[Category:Surgery]] | [[Category:Surgery]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 02:33, 4 April 2025
| Trendelenburg gait | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Gluteus medius lurch |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Lateral pelvic tilt, hip drop |
| Complications | Hip pain, lower back pain |
| Onset | Can occur at any age |
| Duration | Varies depending on underlying cause |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Weakness of the gluteus medius or gluteus minimus muscles, superior gluteal nerve injury |
| Risks | Hip surgery, neuromuscular disorders |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, Trendelenburg test |
| Differential diagnosis | Limping, antalgic gait |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Physical therapy, strengthening exercises, surgery |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Depends on underlying cause and treatment |
| Frequency | Common in individuals with hip disorders |
| Deaths | N/A |
Trendelenburg Gait is a type of abnormal gait, or manner of walking, characterized by the dropping of the hip on the side opposite to the one being lifted off the ground. This condition is named after Friedrich Trendelenburg, a German surgeon who first described the gait.
Causes[edit]
The primary cause of Trendelenburg Gait is weakness or damage to the gluteus medius muscle, which is responsible for stabilizing the pelvis during walking. This can be due to a variety of conditions, including muscular dystrophy, nerve damage, hip injury, or hip surgery.
Symptoms[edit]
The most noticeable symptom of Trendelenburg Gait is the dropping of the hip on the side opposite to the one being lifted off the ground. This can lead to an abnormal walking pattern, often described as a "waddling" gait. Other symptoms may include pain in the hip or leg, difficulty walking, and reduced mobility.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of Trendelenburg Gait typically involves a physical examination by a healthcare provider, who will observe the patient's walking pattern. Additional tests, such as MRI or CT scan, may be used to confirm the diagnosis and identify the underlying cause.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for Trendelenburg Gait focuses on addressing the underlying cause and improving walking ability. This may involve physical therapy, surgery, or the use of assistive devices such as crutches or wheelchairs.
