Steppage gait Last edited and medically reviewed by Alaric Steinmetz on 20.01.2024 Synonyms Hahnentritt, Storchengang Steppage gait is a gait disorder caused by paralysis of the foot dorsiflexors (dorsal extensors). CauseThe cause of steppage gait is paralysis of the foot dorsiflexors, which is usually due to Peroneal nerve palsy