Which positions are most detrimental to a patient with a transtibial amputation?
A) Prolonged hip and knee extension
B) Prolonged hip and trunk extension
C) Prolonged hip and knee flexion
D) Prolonged hip adduction and knee extension

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For the patient with a transtibial amputation,prolonged hip and knee flexion (as with placement of a pillow under the residual limb of a supine patient)should be avoided.This position promotes the development of a contracture of the patient's hip flexor and knee flexor muscles.If these muscles become contracted,the patient will experience difficulty using a prosthetic for ambulation.

Which Positions Are Most Detrimental to a Patient with a Transtibial