Answer

Yes, you can do Pratikraman even if you have stitches on your leg.

If sitting on the floor, doing full postures, or moving in the usual way causes pain or may disturb the stitches, you may do Pratikraman:

• Sitting on a chair
• Sitting on a bed
• In a comfortable posture
• Mentally, with devotion and repentance

Explanation

In Jain Dharma, the main purpose of Pratikraman is:

• To reflect on mistakes
• To repent for wrong actions
• To ask forgiveness
• To strengthen the vow of avoiding future faults

The inner feeling of bhav is most important. If your body is injured, you should not force painful movements or postures.

Spiritual Understanding

Doing Pratikraman with sincerity, humility, and awareness is spiritually meaningful even if done in a modified way. Jain Dharma values non-violence, and that includes not causing unnecessary harm to your own body.

Takeaway

You may do Pratikraman gently and comfortably. Avoid any posture or movement that affects the stitches, and keep pure repentance and devotion in your heart.