Deviation Of Pelvis

Question 1

What are the major deviations of the pelvis in gait?

Answer 1

Hike

Ipsilateral and contralateral drop

Lack of forward and backward rotation

Excess backward rotation

Question 2

When does the hike of the pelvis occur during gait?

Answer 2

During swing limb advancement and is done for clearance

Question 3

When does an ipsilateral hip drop occur?

Answer 3

Double limb support

Question 4

What is being compensated for with a ipsilateral hip drop?

Answer 4

Shortened reference limb

Question 5

When is a contralateral hip drop considered abnormal?

Answer 5

If it tilts greater than 5°

Question 6

When is a contralateral hip drop most common?

Answer 6

Post hip arthroplasty when a posterior lateral approach was taken

Question 7

What does a lack of forward rotation of the pelvis compensate for?

Answer 7

Reduce demands on quads and hip extensors at loading response

Question 8

Why does a lack of backward rotation of the pelvis usually occur?

Answer 8

Impaired motor control or trunk and pelvis

Question 9

When does excess backward rotation of the pelvis most commonly occur?

Answer 9

Single limb support