Question

1 multiple choice 1 point which of the following likely will cause a flat - footed gait? weakness in tibialis anterior tight gastrocnemius/soleus a heel spur or pain in the heel pain with weight bearing on toes and forefoot clear my selection

Explanation:

Weakness in the tibialis anterior muscle can lead to a flat - footed gait as it plays a key role in dorsiflexion and maintaining the arch of the foot. Tight gastrocnemius/soleus typically affects ankle range - of - motion and may not directly cause a flat - footed gait. A heel spur or heel pain mainly affects the heel area and not the flat - footed gait. Pain with weight - bearing on toes and forefoot is related to those areas and not to flat - footed gait.

Answer:

Weakness in tibialis anterior