Rehab Flashcards
At least one foot in contact with ground at one time.
Walking.
Involves period when neither limb is in contact with the ground.
Running.
Distance between initial swing and initial contact of same limb.
Step.
Period from initial contact to initial contact of the same limb.
Stride.
Each stride comprises ____ steps.
Two.
Stance phase occupies ____% of the gait cycle.
60%
Five parts of stance phase.
- Initial contact
- Loading response
- Midstance
- Terminal stance
- Preswing
The swing phase is ____% of gait cycle.
40%
Swing phase starts here.
Toe off (initial swing).
Center of gravity located here.
Just anterior to T10.
Equinus deformity may cause these two gait patterns.
- Steppage
2. Backward setting of knee (recurvatum)
Hemiplegia may cause this gait pattern.
Prolongation of stance and double-limb support.
Increased energy expenditure from average transtibial amputation.
25%.
Increased energy expenditure or bilateral transtibial amputations.
41%
Increased energy expenditure from transfemoral amputation.
65%