Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about gait disturbances:

1. What may be causing my gait disturbance?
   
   
2. Is it associated with a medical condition?
   
   
3. Will it become worse with time?
   
   
4. Is my pain associated with my gait problem?
   
   
5. What tests can help determine the cause of my gait problems?
   
   
6. Are my problems due to muscle, bone or nerve weakness?
   
   
7. Will medications help me?
   
   
8. What other treatments can I consider for my gait disturbance?
   
   
9. Are my problems due to muscle or bone weakness?
   
   
10. Who is best suited to treat my problems?
    
    
11. How will my condition be monitored?