Is there a way to restore from an iTunes backup without installing iOS6?

Prior to the release of iOS 6, I could restore an iOS device from a backup (on computer).
The iPad is running iOS 5.1.1. Although the user has a recent backup, she does not want to upgrade to iOS 6 at this time.
Is there a way to restore without upgrading to the latest firmware?

I would think this would work:
While connected to iTunes, right-click the device's icon and choose "Restore from backup ..."
I've never personally done that, but I would think you would not be forced to upgrade your iOS.

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Hello:
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