Gait Stances Flashcards
1
Q
Initial Gait
A
The moment the foot touches the ground with heel contact
2
Q
Loading Response
A
Weight is rapidly transferred onto the outstretched limb, the first period of double limb support
3
Q
Midstance
A
The body is progressing over a single stable limb
4
Q
Terminal Stance
A
Progression over the stance limb continues and weight is being transferred onto the forefoot
5
Q
Pre-Swing
A
Rapid unloading of the limb is occuring; 2nd period of double limb support
6
Q
Initial Swing
A
The thigh begins to advance as the foot comes from the floor
7
Q
Midswing
A
The thigh continues to advance as the knee begins to flex; the foot clears the ground
8
Q
Terminal Swing
A
The knee extends; the limb prepares to contact the ground for initial contact
