Variability in the Length and Frequency of Steps of Sighted and Visually Impaired Walkers
Tags: FOOTSTEPS; LENGTH measurement; VISION disorders; PEOPLE with visual disabilities; DISTANCES -- Measurement; WALKERS (Orthopedic apparatus); WALKING; GEOGRAPHICAL perception; SELF-help devices for people with disabilities
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