Knee · Mid recovery
Reverse Step-Down with Rear Foot Tap
Also called Reverse Step-Down Heel Tap.
How to do it
Stand on a low step holding the rail. Bend the supporting knee as the free foot reaches behind to tap the floor lightly, then rise 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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