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A 64-year-old female is referred to physical therapy following a left total hip arthroplasty. The physical therapist notes that the patient demonstrates weakness in the left gluteus medius. Which gait abnormality is MOST likely based on the presented information?1.Ipsilateral hip hiking2.Contralateral hip hiking3.Ipsilateral hip drop4.Contralateral hip drop
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