During terminal stance, the hip is typically positioned in what range?

During terminal stance, the hip is typically positioned in what range?

• A. 15° flexion
• B. 25° flexion
• C. 0°
• D. 10-20° extension

Answer: (D)

During terminal stance the hip moves into extension to set up the powerful push-off. In adults, the hip angle at this phase is typically about 10 to 20 degrees of extension relative to neutral. This extended position positions the thigh behind the body's line of progression, optimizing propulsion through coordinated knee and ankle action for forward movement. The other options describe flexion or a neutral position, which are not characteristic of terminal stance, so the 10–20 degrees of hip extension best fits this phase.

During terminal stance the hip moves into extension to set up the powerful push-off. In adults, the hip angle at this phase is typically about 10 to 20 degrees of extension relative to neutral. This extended position positions the thigh behind the body's line of progression, optimizing propulsion through coordinated knee and ankle action for forward movement. The other options describe flexion or a neutral position, which are not characteristic of terminal stance, so the 10–20 degrees of hip extension best fits this phase.