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If your patient has (R) hip pain and they wanted to use a cane. At which side will the cane be placed?
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Contralateral side of the affected hip
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Ipsilateral side of the affected hip
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Both. Use 2 canes
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Place your cane in the hand opposite your injured leg.
Detailed explanation-2: -Yaw Boachie-Adjei, MD, is a board-certified, double-fellowship Orthopedic Surgeon. When using a cane, it’s important to hold it on the side that’s opposite the leg needing support. That helps to steady your walk and take pressure off the injured leg or hip.
Detailed explanation-3: -Using a cane Hold the cane in the hand opposite the hip replacement unless told otherwise. Put all your weight on your good leg.
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