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Which component is NOT part of the permanent transtibial prosthesis?
Which component is NOT part of the permanent transtibial prosthesis?
- Sole (correct)
- Socket
- Shank
- Foot-ankle assembly
What is the function of the foot-ankle assembly in the transtibial prosthesis?
What is the function of the foot-ankle assembly in the transtibial prosthesis?
- Allows adjustment of heel height
- Provides stability when standing (correct)
- Provides toe break action
- Absorbs shock during late stance
What does the foot-ankle assembly do during early stance?
What does the foot-ankle assembly do during early stance?
- Dorsiflexes
- Everts
- Plantar flexes (correct)
- Inverts
What is the purpose of the exterior cover of the foot-ankle assembly?
What is the purpose of the exterior cover of the foot-ankle assembly?
What is the requirement for the heel height of shoes worn with the foot-ankle assembly?
What is the requirement for the heel height of shoes worn with the foot-ankle assembly?