What is the DS for leg fanning?

What is the DS for leg fanning?

• A. behind patient (sitting, standing, kneeling)
• B. in front of patient
• C. to the side of patient
• D. above patient

Answer: (A)

Leg fanning is performed with you standing behind the patient. This position gives you direct, unobstructed access to guide and monitor the leg’s movement while you palpate the surrounding tissues. From behind you can stabilize the pelvis and maintain a neutral spine, use both hands to control the leg, and observe how the knee and hip move without crossing in front of the patient or compromising comfort. It also keeps the examiner's line of sight and leverage aligned with the leg, making the technique safer and more controlled.

Leg fanning is performed with you standing behind the patient. This position gives you direct, unobstructed access to guide and monitor the leg’s movement while you palpate the surrounding tissues. From behind you can stabilize the pelvis and maintain a neutral spine, use both hands to control the leg, and observe how the knee and hip move without crossing in front of the patient or compromising comfort. It also keeps the examiner's line of sight and leverage aligned with the leg, making the technique safer and more controlled.