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ArticleJournal of child neurology2026

Gait Analysis in Rett Syndrome: Integrating Linear and Nonlinear Techniques.

Dacia Martinez Diaz, Brock Futrell, Bernhard Suter, Charles S Layne

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Article in Journal of child neurology, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Dacia Martinez DiazDepartment of Health and Human Performance, University of Houston, Houston, TX, USA.ORCID 0009-0003-2539-7585
Brock FutrellDepartment of Health and Human Performance, University of Houston, Houston, TX, USA.
Bernhard SuterBlue Bird Circle Rett Center, Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX, USA.
Charles S LayneDepartment of Health and Human Performance, University of Houston, Houston, TX, USA.ORCID 0000-0001-6556-9896

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Abstract

Rett syndrome is a rare neurodevelopmental disorder that significantly impairs bipedal postural control and walking ability. This study quantifies the gait characteristics of 22 females with Rett syndrome (divided into 3 age groups) and compares them with age-matched neurotypical females. Bilateral sagittal plane joint angles of the hip, knee, and ankle were analyzed. Measures included joint range of motion, stride time, peak angular velocity, angle-angle diagrams, phase portrait areas, and asymmetries. Results revealed reduced joint range of motion and angular velocity in individuals with Rett syndrome, as well as greater asymmetries in gait parameters reflecting disruptions in bilateral coordination. Phase portraits and angle-angle diagrams indicated preserved coordination in proximal joints but greater variability at the ankle. Ankle movement in individuals with Rett syndrome aged 9-14 years showed a closer resemblance to Controls. These findings identify underlying lower limb motion patterns that contribute to gait deficits in Rett syndrome, guiding future targeted interventions to improve their mobility.

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GaitGait AnalysisGait Disorders, NeurologicRett SyndromeAdolescentBiomechanical PhenomenaChildFemaleHumansLinear ModelsNonlinear DynamicsRange of Motion, Articulargaitkinematic analysisneurodevelopmental disordersRett syndromeSymmetry Index

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PMID40971552
PMCPMC13069135

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