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Ankle and foot · Early recovery

Peroneal Self-Massage

Peroneal Self-Massage: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Sit with your leg extended and a small massage ball positioned along the outside of your lower leg. Roll the ball slowly from just below your knee down to your ankle, pressing as needed.

Body region
Ankle and foot
Position
Seated
Equipment
Ball
Recovery phase
Early recovery
Purpose
Education

Used in home programs for

  • Acute Lateral Ankle Sprain
  • Chronic Ankle Instability

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