TF Gait Deviations Lecture Quiz

Question 1

During which phase of gait would you most expect to see the greatest amount of lateral trunk lean

Answer 1

midstance

Question 2

A patient exhibits knee instability at initial contact. Which of the following could be the cause

Answer 2

• knee is set too far anterior
• overly hard heel bumper (insufficient plantarflexion)

Question 3

All of the following can cause vaulting:

Answer 3

• excessive plantar flexion
• poor suspension
• prosthesis too long

Question 4

A patient with a unilateral transfemoral amputation presents with a short step length on the sound side. What is the most likely cause on the prosthetic side?

Answer 4

• insufficient socket flexion during bench alignment

Question 5

Which statement about terminal impact is true?

Answer 5

• it can be beneficial as it informs the patient the knee is ready for weight acceptance

Question 6

Excessive heel rise occurs when

Answer 6

insufficient friction resistance

Question 7

When the heel of the prosthesis moves mediall yduring heel rise is cause by

Answer 7

excessive external rotation of the knee joint