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Lateral Step-Up with Knee Drive

Lateral Step-Up with Knee Drive: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Place one foot on a step beside you. Push through that foot to rise while lifting the opposite knee, then lower with control on the same supporting leg.

Body region
Knee
Position
Standing
Equipment
Step Or Stair
Recovery phase
Mid recovery
Purpose
Function

Used in home programs for

  • Knee Pain / Postoperative Rehabilitation

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