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cardinal body planes

sagittal plane
transverse plane
frontal plane

gait cycle
stance phase
swing phase
windlass mechanics

gender differences
injury issues
swing phase

glossary

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Line of Progression: The individuals direction (of progression) during the gait process.

 

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Midstance: The first half of the single support from 10 to 30% of the gait cycle and is defined from the time the opposite limbs leaves the floor until body weight is aligned over the forefoot. The midstance period lasts for about 50% of the stance phase of gait. To learn more, View The Midstance Phase

Mid Swing: The middle third of the swing phase from 73% to 87% of the gait cycle as defined from the time the swing foot is opposite the stance limb to when the tibia is vertical.To learn more, View The Swing Phase

MONO-SOCK® Fit System: An elastic internal sleeve which replaces a traditional tongue providing a “sock-like” fit.

 

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NC Rubber™: An outsole compound containing more natural rubber content than traditional solid rubber, resulting in enhanced traction on court systems.