Week 4 - Kinematics of Gait Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two components of angular angles of gait?
A
rotation of segments and joints during walking
2
Q
What does COM stand for and mean?
A
Centre of Mass - the point where mass is evenly distributed
3
Q
Is COM heightened most during stance or double support?
A
Stance
4
Q
Where does the centre of mass go on the transverse plane?
A
Side to side (butterfly)
5
Q
What angle is the pelvis in during gait?
A
Anterior tilt
6
Q
What is the point of pelvis rotation during gait?
A
Advancing the limb and stride length
7
Q
When the walking velocity is increased is there increased plantarflexion or dorsiflexion at the ankle?
A
- Increased plantarflexion (due to more power)
- Decreased dorsiflexion
8
Q
When heel contact occurs, what does the knee do? Why?
A
- flexion (not fully straight)
- Shock absorption
- Weight acceptance
9
Q
When the knee joint is in flexion during swing, what does that allow for?
A
- Foot clearance
- Limb shortening
