In determining proper walker height for a patient,where are the rear tips of the walker positioned?
A) Slightly ahead of the toes
B) Opposite the midportion of the feet
C) Next to the patient's heels
D) 2 inches behind the heels

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In determining proper walker height,the walker should be positioned in front of the patient so that the rear tips of the walker are opposite to the midportion of the feet.The patient then grasps the handpieces and the height of the walker is adjusted to allow approximately 20 to 25 degrees of elbow flexion.

In Determining Proper Walker Height for a Patient,where Are the Rear