ELEVATED BANDED ANKLE DORSIFLEXION

This exercises uses a light strength band to assist you deepening ankle dorsiflexion. The band is used to help the talus glide posteriorly as needed for smooth ankle dorsiflexion. Anchor the band to a stable object behind you and loop it around the foot just below the ankle joint. Keep the heel planted on an elevated surface like a plyobox or stepper. Lean forward with the knee using your torso - the extra bodyweight will help to push the ankle into dorsiflexion.

Structures Involved:

• Tibiotalar Joint

• Achilles Tendon

• Calves

  • Gastrocnemius

  • Soleus

Related Conditions:

• Squat Warm Up

• Ankle Impingement

• Lower Kinetic Pain Syndrome

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