Femur Fracture, 5 Weeks Post Surgery: Lower Extremity Strengthening in Sitting
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The PT begins his treatment session by asking the patient about pain, 5 weeks post open reduction and internal fixation surgery. The treatment session includes strengthening of the lower extremity while sitting in the wheelchair.
The PT begins his treatment session by asking the patient about pain, 5 weeks post open reduction and internal fixation surgery. The treatment session includes strengthening of the lower extremity while sitting in the wheelchair.
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