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5. Diagnosing Abnormal Gait

Medical professionals diagnose abnormal gait by conducting physical and neurological examinations. They may observe how an individual walks to get an idea of their walking pattern; MRI or CT scans help examine the brain and spinal cord. To determine the underlying cause, a physician may perform hearing tests, vision tests, or inner ear tests; electromyograms can evaluate muscle or nerve damage. If the underlying cause is a recent injury, imaging tests will show the extent of the damage.

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