For forearm crutches,what is the proper location for the top of the forearm cuff?
A) 1 to 1.5 inches distal to the olecranon process
B) 1 to 1.5 inches proximal to the ulnar styloid process
C) 5-6 inches distal to the olecranon process
D) 5-6 inches proximal to the ulnar styloid process

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The top of the forearm cuff should be located approximately 1 to 1.5 inches distal to the olecranon process when the patient grasps the handpiece with the cuff applied to the forearm and the wrist in neutral flexion-extension.

For Forearm Crutches,what Is the Proper Location for the Top