A patient is referred to physical therapy secondary to a diagnosis of infectious septic knee arthritis.What is the treatment of choice early in this patient's rehabilitation?

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Early in the course of intervention the joint should be rested. This could be accomplished by splinting, traction, or casting. The splint should be removed periodically to perform simple range motion.

A Patient Is Referred to Physical Therapy Secondary to a Diagnosis