This exercise is for your right ankle. Switch sides for your left ankle.
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Tie an elastic exercise band or tubing to the leg of a table. Tie the other end to your right foot.
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Stand far enough away from the table so that the elastic band or tubing is pulled tight.
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Point your right foot firmly to the left, pulling on the elastic band or tubing. Hold for 5 seconds.
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Relax your foot back to a straight position. Repeat this exercise 10 times.
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Do this exercise 3 times a day, or as instructed.
Author: Wheeler, Brooke
Online Medical Reviewer: Kenny Turley PA-C
Online Medical Reviewer: L Renee Watson MSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer: Thomas N Joseph MD
Date Last Reviewed: 12/01/2022
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