Normal Gait 3 Flashcards
1
Q
Kinematics
A
Allows us to describe motion of body without regard to forces causing movements
2
Q
Kinetics
A
Deals with forces that produce, stop, or modify motion
3
Q
Where is the starting point for a ground reaction force?
A
Center of oressure
4
Q
How does the center of pressure change throughout the gait cycle?
A
Moves from heel, to mid foot, to forefoot, and to big toe
5
Q
What are the types of induced torques?
A
External
Gravitational- flexes the knee during terminal swing
Intersegmental- extends the knee when going from initial swing to mid swing
6
Q
What is the reactionary torque?
A
Muscles- keeps leg from collapsing during stance phase
