ResearchRSSMay 12
Advanced joint disease alters how hemophilia patients walk: Study
A new study from Germany found that people with hemophilia who have advanced joint damage walk differently than others, mainly because their ankles don't move as well. To adapt to this limited ankle movement, their bodies develop new walking patterns that may use more energy and be less efficient. Understanding these changes could help doctors better support hemophilia patients in staying active.
WHY IT MATTERSIf you have hemophilia with joint damage, knowing that your altered walking pattern is a direct result of reduced ankle mobility could help you work with your doctor on targeted physical therapy or mobility interventions to improve efficiency and reduce fatigue.