Final answer:
A step-through gait pattern is recommended during prosthetic training to mimic normal gait, as opposed to other patterns like the 3 point gait pattern, hip-hiking, or swing-through which do not simulate normal walking.
Step-by-step explanation:
The recommended gait pattern to mimic normal gait during prosthetic training is to encourage a step-through pattern. This approach assists patients in achieving a more natural gait by stepping forward with the prosthetic limb, essentially allowing the toe of the prosthetic to pass by the heel of the standing limb. The 3 point gait pattern, while often used with crutches for individuals who have non-weight bearing restrictions, does not necessarily mimic normal gait. The hip-hiking gait pattern is an compensatory technique used when one has weak hip flexors or difficulty with prosthetic knee control, and swing-through gait pattern is often seen in individuals with insufficient strength or balance to perform a step-through pattern, it is characterized by swinging the prosthetic limb forward. These patterns do not simulate normal walking and therefore are not recommended for the purpose of mimicking normal gait during prosthetic training.