Gait abnormality is a deviation from normal walking (gait). This can cause symptoms such as mental retardation, abnormal gait and posture, and delayed growth. They experience difficulty maintaining posture, unstable gait, and oscillopsia. It can also cause speech problems and an unsteady gait. A general lack of coordination and an unsteady gait often follow. There is anorexia and an unsteady gait. Some people may have unsteadiness and problems with gait and balance. The physical similarity implies a similar walking gait. Clumsiness, an awkward gait, and unusual aggressiveness or irritability may also occur. Some examples include mood changes, sleepiness, or an unsteadiness in gait. In extreme cases correcting gait abnormalities may be required. The trot is the working gait for a horse. Walking barefoot results in a more natural gait. A limp is a type of asymmetric abnormality of the gait. This caused a high-stepping gait and low walking speed.