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Standing Hip Extension with Band

Standing Hip Extension with Band: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Stand facing an anchored band with the loop around one ankle, holding onto something for balance. Keeping your knee straight, push your leg backward against the band, then return with control.

Body region
Hip
Position
Standing
Equipment
Band
Recovery phase
Mid recovery
Purpose
Strengthening

Used in home programs for

  • Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (Gluteal Tendinopathy)
  • Hip Arthroscopy
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Replacement
  • Mechanical / Non-Specific Low Back Pain

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