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PT Question of the Week - Exercise program

Yesterday, you reviewed a series of exercises with a one-day status-post-closed reduction surgery patient for a posterior hip dislocation. In addition, you educated the patient on precautions to avoid a recurrence of their dislocation. Of the following, which activity would be the most appropriate for your therapy session the following day?

1. A review of the exercise program

2. The initiation of straight leg raises

3. To begin ambulation activities

4. To commence active-assisted range of motion exercises

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