The physical therapist assistant is assigned to rewrap the r…

The physical therapist assistant is assigned to rewrap the residual limb of a patient who underwent a right transtibial amputation 2 days ago. When the PTA unwraps the residual limb, there is noted swelling in the distal portion of the residual limb. What is the MOST likely cause?

The patient is being seen in the hospital after a surgical a…

The patient is being seen in the hospital after a surgical amputation above the knee. The chart states the patient was fitted with a rigid post-operative dressing. Which of the activities or exercises below is appropriate for this patient during the first treatment:

A physical therapist assistant is examining the gait of a pa…

A physical therapist assistant is examining the gait of a patient with a transtibial prosthesis on the right. The assistant notices the prosthesis is sent in excessive anterior tilt. Which of the following gait deviations is MOST likely to occur with this type of malalignment?