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Performance Steps
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Use of goniometer
a. Place the stationary arm of the goniometer so that it bisects the fibula.
b. Place the moving arm of the goniometer so that it bisects the 5th MTPJ.
c. Place the protractor of the goniometer on the lateral malleolus.
d. The goniometer should measure 90 degrees of dorsiflexion.
NOTE: If the malleolus is not at 90 degrees of dorsiflexion, everted or inverted remove cast and return
to step 10.
23. Apply 3rd plaster/fiberglass roll ( repeat steps 16-17 ).
24. Check cast dimensions.
a. The distal edge of the cast rests on the web spacing of the foot.(figure 3-x)
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