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Gait Analysis Questions with Correct AnswersGait Cycle Def. Correct Answer-A series of rhythmical and alternating
movements of the trunk and limbs that result in forward progression of
the COG and the body
5 Priorities of Normal Gait Correct Answer-1. Stability of the weight
bearing foot throughout the stance period.
2. Clearance of the non-weight bearing foot during the swing period.
3. Appropriate pre-positioning (during terminal swing) of the foot for the
next gait cycle.
4. Adequate step length.
5. Energy conservation.
Influences of Gait Correct Answer-1. Age/height/gender
2.Size/shape of bony components
3. Distribution of mass in body segments
4. Endurance
5. Balance
6. jt. mobility
7. Muscle strength
8. Type of clothing & footwear
9. Habit
10. Psychological
11. Pain
, Temporal Variables Correct Answer--Stance time
-Single-limb & double support time
-Swing time
-Stride & step time
-Cadence
-Speed
Distance Variables Correct Answer--Stride length
-Step length & width
-Degree of toe-out
Gait Cycle Correct Answer--All components of limb advancement
-Begins /c a specific event on one foot and ends when the same event is
repeated on the same limb.
Stance Phase Correct Answer--Begins when one foot contacts the floor
and end when that foot foot leaves the floor--60% of normal gait.
Swing Phase Correct Answer--Begins when one foot lifts off the floor
and ends when that foot makes contact /c the floor--40% of normal gait.
Step Length Correct Answer-Distance measured between right heel
strike and left heel strike
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