A patient underwent a triple arthrodesis of the hindfoot 12 weeks ago and is now allowed to ambulate without the rigid boot.The patient has been referred to you for exercises to improve ROM and strength of the operated lower extremity and to re-establish a normal gait pattern.Which of the following interventions is inappropriate to include in your treatment plan to restore this patient's function?
A) Passive stretching of the plantar flexors
B) Grade III medial and lateral sustained glides to increase inversion and eversion
C) Grade III sustained posterior glides of the talus on the tibia to increase dorsiflexion
D) Closed-chain training to improve lower extremity control
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