Gait & Walking Aids Flashcards
1
Q
Stride length
A
= right heel strike to right heel strike
2
Q
Stance phase makes up what percentage of the gait cycle?
A
60%
3
Q
Step length
A
= right heel strike to left heel strike
4
Q
Breakdown stance phase into the correct order
A
- heel strike
- mid-stance
- heel lift
- toe off
5
Q
Which muscle group is working concentrically during the mid-swing phase of gait?
A
Hip flexors
6
Q
What are the indicators for walking aids?
A
- reduced balance
- reduced strength
- pain
7
Q
PWB
A
= partial weight bearing
8
Q
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