GAIT ALIGNMENT-LOOSE SOCKET OR WEAK HIP MUSCLES
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SUMMARY
ABNORMALITIES
1. Genu valgum.
2. Shifting weight more towards the prosthetic.
3. Vaulting on the prosthetic.
CAUSES
1. Loose fitting socket.
2. Weak hip flexors and abductors on the prosthetic side.
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.
