5 Questions
What is the definition of gait?
Rhythmic alternating movements of the trunk and extremities with forward displacement of the center of gravity
How is the gait cycle defined?
Time between the heel strike of a lower limb and the subsequent heel strike of the same lower extremity
According to Newton's third law, how is the ground reaction force (GRFV) formed?
In response to the force vector with a force vector of the same size and an inverse direction
How is the gait period divided?
Stance Phase and Swing Phase
In adults, what percentage of the walking period does the stance phase cover?
60% (Max 70%)
Test your knowledge of clinical biomechanics and kinesiology with this quiz covering the definition of gait, phases of gait, assessment methods, and pathological gait. Assess your understanding of normal gait and its rhythmic alternating movements of the trunk and extremities with forward displacement of the center of gravity.
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