GAIT-CENTRE OF GRAVITY
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SUMMARY
1. Width of base of support: 5-10cm between heels.
2. Normal centre of gravity is approximatey 5cm anterior to S2 vertebra.
3. Normal gait follows a smooth sinusoidal curve, oscillating no more than 5cm in the vertical axis.
4. Vertical displacement is minimized by plantarflexion & dorsiflexion of the foot during gait.
Reference(s)
Cifu, D.X. (2020). Braddom’s physical medicine and rehabilitation. Elsevier. Get it on Amazon.
Cuccurullo, S. (2019). Physical medicine and rehabilitation board review. New York: Demosmedical. Get it on Amazon.
O’Young, B., Young, M.A. and Stiens, S.A. (2008). Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Secrets. Mosby. Get it on Amazon.
