Video Tag
foot/ankle
Understanding Good Muscle Soreness vs Bad Foot Pain
Follow along to learn the difference between what is good and normal muscle soreness versus potential bad foot/ankle pain
Understanding Foot & Ankle Motions
Follow along to learn the different physiologic motions at the foot & ankle we often describe in our videos!
Toe Flexion & Extension - AROM
HOW: Get set up in seated position and make sure you're barefoot when performing this exercise. To begin the exercise, lift your toes off the ground while keeping the rest of your foot down on the ground, then reverse the motion, bend/curl your toes while...
Towel Curl
HOW: Get set up in seated position with your foot placed on top of a towel and make sure you're barefoot when performing this exercise. To begin the exercise, curl/bend your toes to bunch up the towel under your toes/foot. Lift your foot up in...
Isolated Toe Extension
HOW: Get set up in a seated position barefoot with your foot resting on the ground. While maintaining good arch position and keeping your heel and the rest of your foot relaxed on the ground, begin the exercise by lifting your big toe in isolation...
The Benefit Of Barefoot And Arch Lift Exercises
Follow along to learn the benefit of performing exercises barefoot and focusing on an arch lift, something we preach in our Foot/Ankle [Prehab Program!
Single Leg Pogos - Wall Support
HOW: Get set up in a standing position balancing on one leg with your hands on a wall in front of you for support. Begin the exercise by bouncing up and down on one foot on the balls of your foot and repeating as if...
Single Leg Balance - Horizontal Head Turn, Foam Pad
HOW: Position yourself standing in a corner with your back to it, or with a wall, chair, or sturdy object near you. Pick up one foot and balance on the leg that is in contact with the ground on a foam pad or unstable surface...
Single Leg Balance Assessment
The Single Leg Balance Assessment is a reliable tool developed and used to evaluate balance. Please watch the video to get a visual demonstration of how to perform the test and what to be mindful of. Below you will find a description of how to...
Seated Single Leg Heel Raise - Weight
HOW: Sit in a chair with your foot comfortably on the ground, be sure to perform this exercise barefoot. To begin the exercise, push through the balls of your foot to raise your heel off the ground. You can use a weight placed on top...