10 Jan Heel & Subtalar Distraction
HOW: Grasp the cup of your heel and perform an inferior traction mobilization to stretch your heel. Follow the video for demonstration and more tips. FEEL: This should feel like a heel stretch. ...
10 Jan Heel Raise Lift Off
HOW: Get set up standing near a wall or a surface/object you can use to help with balance. Place your heels on an elevated so that you're resting in a heel-lifted position. Begin the exercise by pushing down into the ground through the balls...
10 Jan Toe 2-5 Extension – AROM
HOW: Get set up in a seated position barefoot with your foot resting on the ground. For this exercise keep the big toe down on the floor while lifting the other toes up towards the ceiling. Key here is to keep the arch of...
10 Jan Big Toe Extension – AROM
HOW: Get set up in a seated position barefoot with your foot resting on the ground. To perform the exercise, raise your big toe while keeping the other toes flat on the floor. Don’t allow the foot to roll out as you perform this,...
10 Jan Ankle Pump – Elevated
HOW: Get set up laying flat on your back with your legs elevated above heart level. To begin the exercise, move your ankle forward and backward in a pumping motion. The goal is to get comfortable with this forward and backward ankle range of...
10 Jan Ankle & Toe Plantarflexion Stretch
HOW: Point your foot/toes down and place your foot on a soft surface like a foam pad or pillow. Apply pressure into the surface to face stretch your foot/ankle down. FEEL: You should feel a stretch on top of your foot, your toes, and...
07 Jan Tandem Balance
HOW: Get set-up standing with your feet in a heel-to-toe position. Maintain your balance, switch feet and perform again. FEEL: You should feel like your balance is being challenged. If you’re having difficulty maintaining your balance, try to focus on an object with your...
07 Jan Standing Weight Shifts – On Tip Toe
HOW: Get set up near a wall or an object such as a chair to ensure safety if you were to lose your balance. Raise your heels and maintain this position for the entirety of this exercise. Slowly shift your weight laterally all the...
07 Jan Feet Together Balance – Eyes Closed
HOW: Position yourself standing in a corner with your back to it, or with a wall, chair, or sturdy object near you. Place your feet directly together and balance on a firm surface. Once balanced, then close your eyes. Focus on standing upright and...
07 Jan Feet Together Balance – Foam Pad
HOW: Position yourself standing in a corner with your back to it, or with a wall, chair, or sturdy object near you. Place your feet directly together and balance on a foam pad or unstable surface like a pillow. Focus on standing upright and...
