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Two functions of gait
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Weight bearing: a force acted on the body due to gravity
Ambulation: the action of walking or moving about freely |
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Two phases of gait
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Stance and Swing
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Stance
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Heel strike
Foot flat Mid-stance Toe off |
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Swing
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Acceleration
Mid-swing deceleration |
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Exam of gait
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Starts as soon as patient walks into the room.
Make notes of any deformities or limp and determine what phase and component it is effecting. Assess all components of gait by having patient walk to and away from you several times. |
