Steppage gait

Type of gait abnormality where a foot which cannot be dorsiflexed normally is lifted higher than normal to avoid toe contact with the ground in swing phase

Steppage gait (high stepping, neuropathic gait) is a form of gait abnormality characterised by foot drop or ankle equinus due to loss of dorsiflexion. The foot hangs with the toes pointing down, causing the toes to scrape the ground while walking, requiring someone to lift the leg higher than normal when walking.