PAS PAS Gait Analysis & Foot Mechanics

Question 1

Which phase of the gait cycle places the greatest demand on the plantar flexors for forward propulsion?

Accepted Answer

Terminal stance / toe-off

Answer

Initial contact / heel strike

Answer

Mid-swing

Answer

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Question 2

Excessive pronation of the subtalar joint during gait most commonly contributes to which postural deviation?

Accepted Answer

Medial tibial rotation and genu valgum

Answer

Lateral tibial rotation and genu varum

Answer

Anterior pelvic tilt

Answer

Thoracic kyphosis

Question 3

A PAS specialist observes a client with a 'Trendelenburg gait.' Which muscle is the primary weakness responsible for this pattern?

Accepted Answer

Gluteus medius

Answer

Gluteus maximus

Answer

Tensor fasciae latae

Answer

Iliopsoas

Question 4

Which foot type is most associated with a rigid, supinated arch and increased lateral forefoot loading during gait?

Accepted Answer

Pes cavus

Answer

Pes planus

Answer

Neutral foot

Answer

Hallux valgus

Question 5

During normal gait, what is the typical cadence range for a healthy adult?

Accepted Answer

100–120 steps per minute

Answer

60–80 steps per minute

Answer

140–160 steps per minute

Answer

80–100 steps per minute

Question 6

A client who walks with excessive anterior trunk lean during gait most likely has weakness in which muscle group?

Accepted Answer

Hip extensors

Answer

Hip flexors

Answer

Ankle plantar flexors

Answer

Cervical extensors