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Banded Shin Raises

BANDED SHIN RAISES

The banded shin raises is a strengthening exercise for the ankle dorsiflexors. Start by looping a band around the top of your foot and anchor the other end to a stable object like a squat rack or sofa. Pull your foot into maximum range dorsiflexion (toes towards the shins) and hold it for up to 2 seconds. Slowly lower it back down into plantar flexion (toes pointing away from the shin).

Muscles Involved:

  • Tibialis Anterior

  • Extensor Hallucis Longus (EHL)

  • Extensor Digitorum Longus (EDL)

Related Conditions:

  • Anterior Shin Splints

  • Tibialis Anterior Tendinopathy

  • Acute Ankle Sprain

  • Chronic Ankle Sprain

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