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Pаtient is а 70 yeаr оld female whо underwent a left transtibial amputatiоn 2 days ago due to an infection over her medial malleolus that would not heal. She has diabetes type 2, hypertension, and high cholesterol. She is obese. She is retired and lives independently with her husband in a 2 story home. Prior to her amputation she was independent in all ADL’s and IADL’s. The patient has developed a 20 degree knee flexion contracture 6 weeks post surgery. Which of the following interventions should the physical therapist utilize to address this deficit?