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Chapter 5
Term | Definition |
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Locomotion | is the act of moving from place to place. |
Creeping and crawling | occur when all four limbs are in contact with the supporting surface. In crawling, the infant chest and stomach also touch the surface in creeping, only the hands and knees touch the surface. |
Walking | is defined by a 50% phasing relationship between the legs as well as a period of a double support (when both feet are on the ground) followed by a period of single support. |
Jumping | occurs when individuals propel themselves off the ground with one or both feet and then land on both feet. |
Hopping | occurs when individuals propel themselves with one foot and then land on the other foot. |
Leaping | Occurs when individuals propel themselves with one foot and then land on the other foot. |