The 6MWT evaluates walking endurance by measuring how far an individual walks in six minutes. Traditionally, only total distance is recorded, but the MoveTest provides deeper insight by capturing spatiotemporal gait parameters and linking results to normative references.
Key Outcomes
Step Frequency and Step Length
Mean and variability of step frequency (Hz) and step length (m) are calculated for each trajectory. Both parameters are summarized numerically and visualized using scatter plots.
Number and Duration of Stops
Short breaks are allowed during the 6MWT. The MoveTest detects all stops and reports both their frequency and duration, shown numerically and in clear visual summaries.
Direction of Turns
Each turn around the pylon is automatically identified and classified as clockwise or anticlockwise, indicated with directional arrows for intuitive interpretation.
Walking Speed
Average walking speed is reported across all trajectories. Individual walking speeds per trajectory are visualized over time, including trend lines and color coding indicating comparison to healthy-speed norms.
Comparison with Guidelines
Total walking distance is compared against six widely used reference equations, adjusted for age, height, and weight. Results are expressed as a percentage of the norm and color-coded to indicate whether the expected distance was reached.
Total Distance Walked
Based on the entered trajectory length (10–50 m), the MoveTest automatically calculates total walking distance (6MWD). Incomplete final trajectories are estimated using time and prior walking speeds to ensure an accurate total.
Resources
Emmylou Beekman, Ilse Mesters, Rik Gosselink, Mariska P M Klaassen, Erik J M Hendriks, Onno C P Van Schayck & Rob A de Bie
April, 2014
Example Report
