4-Meter Walk Gait Speed Test
Motor: Locomotion
Language(s)
English, Spanish
Description
An assessment of locomotion. Participants are asked to walk 4 meters at a normal speed on a flat surface.
Administration Info
Age range: 7+
Test Time: 3 minutes
Available in: NIH Toolbox
Administration: Examiner-administered
Devices: iPad
Additional equipment required: Yes
Qualification Level: N/A
Supplies & Equipment
- Chair (for participants to take a break as needed)
- Measuring tape with meters and feet
- Set of 2 cones
- Walking Course Diagram
- Colored masking tape to set up walking course
Training Video
Resources
Please see Toolbox Learning & Resources for manuals and other test materials.