Knowledge Base

Problem

Users are unfamiliar with the meaning of the parameters and metrics reported in CatWalk XT analysis results and need guidance on interpretation.

Details

New users, or those without a gait-analysis background, often find the breadth of CatWalk XT output parameters (e.g., stand, swing, stride length, print area, regularity index, etc.) difficult to interpret without a reference. This applies to any version of CatWalk XT.

Solution

1. Open the CatWalk XT Reference Manual (available within the software via Help, or downloadable from the MyNoldus portal).
2. Navigate to the chapter dedicated to 'Data Parameters' or 'Results Description' — this chapter defines every reported metric in detail.
3. For CatWalk XT version 10.7, the manual can also be requested directly from Noldus support if not accessible through MyNoldus.
4. For further scientific context, consult published peer-reviewed literature using CatWalk XT, as many papers provide detailed descriptions of parameter interpretation in specific animal models.
5. If specific parameters remain unclear after consulting the manual, contact Noldus support with the exact parameter name for clarification.