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Summary of the gait cycle and terminology. The gait cycle consists of two main phases: stance phase, representing 60% of the cycle, with some contact of the foot with the ground, and the swing phase, occupying 40% of the cycle, with no contact of the foot with the ground. Each step consists of period of double and single limb support. Completion of two steps results in one stride.
