Thera-Band Loop Ankle Balance Exercises: These are ankle exercises in an closed chain (the foot is fixed)Perform these exercises under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider. Certain exercises may not be appropriate for every individual, while other exercises may be indicated. All exercises should be performed painfree.
Thera-Band Loop Lateral Walk (Monster Walk)Begin with medium loop wrapped around your thighs, above the knees. Slightly bend your hips and knees into an athletic position. Keep your back straight as you step laterally against the band.
Thera-Band Loop one-legged SquatStand with small loop around thighs, just above the knees. Stand on one leg and bend knee to about 45 degrees. Keep other leg extended with foot off the ground. Hold and slowly return.
Thera-Band Loop SquatStand with small loop around thighs, just above the knees. Keep feet a shoulder-width apart. Slightly bend the hips forward, keeping back straight and lower hips to ground by bending knees to about 45 degrees. Hold and slowly return.
Thera-Band Loop Hip Abduction in StandingStand with medium loop around ankles. Kick leg outward while keeping knee straight. Use support as needed to maintain an upright trunk. Hold and slowly return.
Thera-Band Loop Hip Extension in StandingStand with medium loop around ankles. Extend leg backward while keeping knee straight. Use support as needed to maintain an upright trunk. Hold and slowly return.
Thera-Band Loop Hip Flexion in StandingStand with medium loop around ankles. Kick leg forward while keeping knee straight. Use support as needed to maintain an upright trunk. Hold and slowly return.
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