Impact of age and slope angle on the motion between the body’s center of mass and center of pressure during downhill walking

Key Points

• Motion between the center of mass and center of pressure alters with age and slope angle during downhill walking.
• Data suggests that older adults may experience greater disruptions in gait stability with steeper slopes.
• Observational analysis includes a diverse age range, examining the biomechanics of downhill walking.
• Findings highlight the need to tailor fall prevention strategies for older individuals on inclined surfaces.