Initial Contact Phase of Gait
Download the evaluation document before filming and placing the Angles
Initial Contact
- Begins at heel strike (HS)
- Hip 20-30 degrees flexion
- Allows for greater distribution of pressure in the hip joint
- Knee 0-5 degrees flexion
- Ankle – Neutral (0)
Assignment
Using the angle tool in Spark Motion measure the hip flexion, knee flexion, and ankle dorsiflexion. Write down the measurements on the Spark Assessment Doc. Snap a screenshot of the Spark Motion screen and upload to us.
