GAIT ALIGNMENT-THIGH LACER OR OUTSET FOOT
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SUMMARY
ABNORMALITIES
1. Valgus knee.
2. Knee remains hyper-extended.
3. Patient lurches towards the side of the prosthetic.
CAUSES
1. Common in patients who use thigh lacers.
2. Foot in excessive outset.
Reference(s)
Cifu, D.X. (2020). Braddom’s physical medicine and rehabilitation. Elsevier. Get it on Amazon.
Cuccurullo, S. (2019). Physical medicine and rehabilitation board review. New York: Demosmedical. Get it on Amazon.
O’Young, B., Young, M.A. and Stiens, S.A. (2008). Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Secrets. Mosby. Get it on Amazon.
