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Balance · Late recovery

Lateral Step-Overs

Lateral Step-Overs: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Stand beside a low step. Step sideways up onto the step with one foot, then bring the other foot up to meet it. Step back down the same way and repeat to the other side.

Body region
Balance
Position
Standing
Equipment
Step
Recovery phase
Late recovery
Purpose
Strengthening

Used in home programs for

  • Knee Ligament Laxity (Non-Surgical)

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