Unilateral Above-the-Knee Amputee - Ascending Stairs

Instructions:
  1. Approach stairs near railing.
  2. Step up with "sound" leg.
  3. Bring prosthesis up the step to join the "sound" leg.
  4. Maintain the prosthesis in full extension the whole time.
  5. Continue up steps always leading with the "sound" leg.

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