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1
Q

Normal

A

Stance: heel strike, mid stance, toe off
Swing: acceleration, mid swing, deceleration

2
Q

3 point (one leg weak)

A

Crutch (balance and weight bearing, can be used on either side)
Cane (balance and cane should be used opposite the involved side)

3
Q

4 point (both legs weak)

A

One of four (4) points in motion at a time, three stable points

4
Q

2 point

A

both legs weakened, faster gait required, opposite leg and crutch

5
Q

Swing-to

A

two crutches advance, then feet are brought to crutches

6
Q

Swing-through

A

two crutches advance, then feet are swung past crutches (faster)

7
Q

Crutch fitting rules

A

6” lateral, 2 fingers below axilla, 6” in front of feet (30 degrees)