Heel off

Question 1

Heel Off Tasks

Answer 1

WA, SLS

Question 2

Heel Off Phases

Answer 2

No contact in LR & MSt

Question 3

Heel Off Primary

Answer 3

Skeletal deformity, IMC (increased plantarflexor activity), plantar flexion contracture/hypomobility (WA, SLS)

Question 4

Heel off Secondary

Answer 4

Excess knee flexion (WA, SLS)

Question 5

Heel off Compensatory

Answer 5

Accommodate for short limb (WA, SLS)

Question 6

Heel off Functional significance

Answer 6

Decreased Base of Support, Increased pressure on metatarsal heads, disrupts heel & ankle rockers