defintion

Gait

Gait cycle

 

Definition

- from point of initial contact of one foot with the ground

- until that foot hits the ground again

 

Two parts

 

1.  Swing phase

- foot not in contact with ground

- 40% walking gait

 

2.  Stance phase

- heel strike to toe off

- 60% of walking gait

- 3 rocker phases