Biomechanics Flashcards
1
Q
What is biomechanics?
A
The discipline involved in describing and understanding the mechanical movement of humans
2
Q
What phases make up the gait cycle?
A
Stance phase
Swing phase
3
Q
What is the stance phase broken down into?
A
Heel strike Flat foot Mid stance Heel off Toe off
4
Q
What is the swing phase broken down into?
A
Acceleration
Mid swing
Deceleration
5
Q
Movement of the hip in the gait cycle?
A
30 degree flexion
20 degree extension
6
Q
Knee movement in the gait cycle?
A
0-60 degrees flexion
7
Q
Ankle movement in the gait cycle?
A
0-20 degrees plantar flexion
Pauses into a 15 degree doors flexion
