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Balance Pad Heel Raise Hold

BALANCE PAD HEEL RAISE HOLD

This is an ankle proprioception and balance exercise that uses a balance pad. Start by standing on a balance pad with one leg. Raise the heel off of the pad as high as you can and maintain your balance for 10-15 seconds. Rest for an equal amount of time before repeating your next repetition. Be sure to equally distribute your weight through the balls of all of your toes.

Structures Involved:

  • Plantar Fascia

  • Medial Longitudinal Arch

  • Calves

    • Gastrocnemius

    • Soleus

    • Achilles Tendon

Related Conditions:

  • Achilles Tear / Achilles Tendinitis

  • Inversion Ankle Sprain / Eversion Ankle Sprain

  • High Ankle Sprain

  • Plantar Fasciitis

  • Calf Strain

  • Ankle Bursitis

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