Walking Flashcards
1
Q
Describe heel strike
A
Leg in front of body, Placing heel on ground
2
Q
Describe support
A
Leg in line with body, Foot flat on the floor
3
Q
Describe toe off
A
Leg behind body, Toes on the ground
4
Q
Describe lift
A
Leg raised, Knee flexed
5
Q
Describe swing
A
Leg raised, Knee extended
6
Q
Describe trendelenberg gait
A
Patient leads to the opposite of side of damage
7
Q
Describe high stepping gait
A
Leg lifted higher due to foot drop
8
Q
Describe swing out gait
A
Leg swung out wide due to foot drop
9
Q
Describe antalgic gait
A
Patient leans over injured leg
