Question

which of the following is true regarding circumduction gait? (maca)
weakness of hamstrings
contracture of hamstring
contracture of gastroc and soleus
weakness of posterior tibialis

Explanation:

Circumduction gait (also called steppage gait or high - stepping gait) is associated with contracture of the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles (causing equinus deformity, where the foot is plantar - flexed). Weakness of hamstrings is more related to a different gait abnormality (like a Trendelenburg - like or flexed knee gait in some cases), contracture of hamstrings would cause a different gait pattern (e.g., difficulty in knee extension), and weakness of posterior tibialis is related to a varus or valgus collapse of the foot, not circumduction gait.

Answer:

Contracture of gastroc and soleus