At Heel Strike Phase?

Heel Strike (or initial contact) - Short period, begins the moment the foot touches the ground and is the first phase of double support. Involves: 30° flexion of the hip: full extension in the knee: ankle moves from dorsiflexion to a neutral (supinated 5°) position then into plantar flexion.

What is heel strike gait?

Heel Strike (or initial contact) - Short period, begins the moment the foot touches the ground and is the first phase of double support. Involves: 30° flexion of the hip: full extension in the knee: ankle moves from dorsiflexion to a neutral (supinated 5°) position then into plantar flexion.

What actions occur during the heel off phase of the gait cycle?

Heel-off occurs when the heel begins to lift off the ground in preparation for the forward propulsion of the body. v. Toe-off happens as the last event of contact during the stance phase.