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Foot-Drop Band Dorsiflexion

Foot-Drop Band Dorsiflexion: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Pull the forefoot upward against a continuous light band without moving the knee.

Body region
Ankle and foot
Position
Seated
Equipment
Band, Chair
Recovery phase
Mid recovery
Purpose
Strengthening

Used in home programs for

  • Foot Drop / Common Peroneal Nerve Palsy

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