Which of the following would best describe a typical posture for a child with Down syndrome?
A) Ankle plantar flexion, hip internal rotation, and hip adduction
B) Flat feet, wide base of support, and hyperextended knees
C) Hip external rotation, knee flexion, and ankle dorsiflexion
D) Narrow base of support, hip internal rotation anterior pelvic tilt

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Children with Down syndrome have hypotonicity, muscle weakness, and ligamentous laxity, which can result in flat feet. To promote stability, the child will adopt a wide base of support and will hyperextend (lock) his knees.

Which of the Following Would Best Describe a Typical Posture