Swing Phase: Swing phase is that part of the gait cycle during which the reference foot is not in contact with the ground and swings in the air. It constitutes about 40% of gait cycle.

What is the swing phase of gait?

The swing phase of gait begins when the foot first leaves the ground and ends when the same foot touches the ground again. The swing phase makes up the other 40% of the gait cycle.

What are the 3 phases of walking?

• Weight acceptance (0-12%): The objectives of weight acceptance are to stabilize the limb, absorb shock and preserve the progression of the body. …
• Single limb support (12-50%): …
• Swing phase (50-100%):