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Gait can be defined as the relative position of the body parts during locomotion in a forward progression (i.e. walking and running-dynamics).

Posture however is the relative position of the body parts in relation to the anatomical position (static – standing still)

The lower limb is dedicated to the vital function of weight bearing and movement.  Most pathologies (or disruptions from the norm.) that affect the lower limb ultimately affects gait.  This can transfer to foot, knee, hip and lower back pain and discomfort.  Gait and posture analysis identifies problems that could be related to something as simple as a fallen arch to a difference in leg length