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Determining the residual limb length
Complete the following steps to determine the residual limb length:
► Have the patient sit on a chair.
The upper body and lower leg must be at a 90° angle to the thigh while measuring (see
fig. 3).
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4
90°
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< 90°
1) Have the patient spread their legs slightly
(see fig. 4).
> 90°
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