Abnormal Gait Analysis in NPTE Final Frontier

Abnormal Gait

Deviation from normal walking patterns.

Hip Flexion Contracture

Decreased hip extension due to tight hip flexors.

Weakness

Reduced strength affecting same motion range.

Eccentric Contraction

Muscle lengthens while generating force.

Concentric Contraction

Muscle shortens while generating force.

Gluteus Medius

Stabilizes pelvis during stance phase.

Hip Abductors

Muscles that move the leg away from the body.

Hip Adductors

Muscles that move the leg towards the body.

Backward Lean

Trunk inclination due to weak hip extensors.

Knee Hyperextension

Excessive extension of the knee joint.

Excessive Plantarflexion

Increased angle at the ankle joint.

Premature Heel Off

Early lifting of the heel during gait.

Trunk Lean

Body tilt to compensate for muscle weakness.

Gait Cycle

Phases of walking including stance and swing.

Foot Intrinsics

Muscles supporting the foot's arch.

Ankle Dorsiflexion

Upward movement of the foot at the ankle.

Ankle Plantarflexion

Downward movement of the foot at the ankle.

Antalgic Gait

Gait pattern adopted to avoid pain.

Total Hip Arthroplasty

Surgical replacement of hip joint.

Cane Usage

Assistive device for balance and support.

Prosthetics

Artificial devices to replace missing limbs.

Orthotics

Devices to support or correct musculoskeletal function.

Gait Training

Therapeutic practice to improve walking ability.

Range of Motion (ROM)

Measurement of joint movement capabilities.

Muscle Strength Testing

Assessment of muscle force generation.

Erector Spinae

Muscles maintaining trunk posture during gait.

Gastrocnemius Weakness

Reduced strength in calf muscles affecting gait.