Match the five subphases of the stance phase of gait with their definitions

1. Heel strike
2. Foot flat
3. Midstance
4. Heeloff
5. Pushoff
a) When the whole foot comes into contact with the ground.
b) When the toes push off the ground.
c) When the heel lifts off the ground.
d) When the body weight shifts up and over the stance leg.
e) When the heel contacts the ground, the ankle flexes, and the toes hyperextend.


1. Heel strike – e
2. Foot flat – a
3. Midstance – d
4. Heeloff – c
5. Pushoff – b

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