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Morphology and kinematic parameters were recorded for 31 children between 15 and
36 months to investigate the relation between morphology and the walking pattern.
A full 3D gait analysis using a VICON motion system was performed to gather
kinematic data. Next, the differences in kinematic parameters between four
morphological classes were assigned with a multiple analysis of variance, with a
correction for walking experience. Also stepwise linear regressions were
performed, to examine the relation between detailed morphological measurements
and kinematic parameters. The regression models showed relationships between
kinematic parameters of the ankle, hip, thorax and morphology. All results
indicated that the upper body played an important role in the coordination of the
walking pattern, especially in the frontal plane.
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