Ataxias are conditions in which the coordination of movements is impaired. The cause is usually damage to specific areas of the nervous system.
Typical Symptoms
- Unsteady, staggering gait: Those affected have difficulty maintaining a stable and even walking pattern.
- Balance problems: The ability to keep the body balanced is significantly reduced.
- Impaired fine motor skills: Precise movements such as grasping or writing are more difficult.
Orthopaedic care helps to
- Increase stability: Targeted aids provide the body with the necessary support for safe standing and walking.
- Reduce the risk of falls: With greater control and support in daily life, falls become significantly less frequent.
- Perform movements more in a more controlled way: Orthoses and aids support a more orderly and safer movement pattern.