hobble

strap the foreleg and hind leg together on each side (of a horse) in order to keep the legs on the same side moving in unison

“hobble race horses”

the uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg

walk impeded by some physical limitation or injury

“The old woman hobbles down to the store every day”

a shackle for the ankles or feet

hamper the action or progress of

“The chairman was hobbled by the all-powerful dean”