Phases Of Gait Flashcards
Gait separated into 2 phases
Stance (foot in contact w/ground) and Swing (foot not in contact w/ground)
% Stance vs Swing
60% stance and 40% swing
Stance phase separated into 2 support phases
Double and single limb support
DLS time vs SLS time - normal and change in walking speed
Normal DLS time = 10% at the beginning and end of stance phase (20% total)
DLS time decreases w/increased walking speed and disappears with running
Gait cycle definition
Time from a gait event on one leg to the same gait event on the same leg (eg. RT IC to RT IC)
Stride v Step lengths
Stride = distance from IC on one leg to IC on same leg
Step = distance from IC on one leg to IC on other leg
Cadence definition
steps per unit time
Line of progression definition
Line parallel to direction of motion
Where is CoG relative to base of support in static equillibrium
CoG is within BOS
CoP of feet is used to manipulate location of CoG
Base of support definition, normal BOS
Area bound by feet (or other gait aids in contact with ground)
Normal BOS walking = 2-4” between center of heels
Normal BOS standing = shoulder width
Foot progression angle definition, normal
Long axis of foot relative to LOP
Normal = 5-7˚ (F less than M)
4 general goals of gait/locomotion
Propulsion
Stance stability
Shock absorption
Energy conservation
6 determinants of gait (Inman)
Pelvic rotation & tilt (obliquity)
Knee flexion in stance
Foot mechanisms (rockers)
Knee and ankle interaction
Lateral displacement of pelvis
5 prerequisites of gait (Perry)
Stability in stance
Clearance in swing
Preposition foot in TS
Adequate step length
Energy conservation
7 principles of gait (Gard & Fatone)
Gait initiation and termination
Balance and upright posture
Stability of stance limb
Execution of stepping motino
Forward progression / propulsion
Shock absorption
Energy conservation