BANDED TOE RAISES

This is a strengthening exercise for the ankle dorsiflexors. Start by looping a band around your forefoot with the other end anchor to a stable object like a squat rack or sofa. Pull your foot into maximum range dorsiflexion (toes towards the shins) and 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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