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Tandem Stance Eyes Closed

Tandem Stance Eyes Closed: start and finish positions
Start and finish positions. Photographs by BoneArc.

How to do it

Stand with one foot directly in front of the other, heel to toe. Close your eyes and hold this position. Open your eyes if you feel unsteady.

Body region
Balance
Position
Standing
Equipment
No equipment
Recovery phase
Mid recovery
Purpose
Balance

Used in home programs for

  • Chronic Ankle Instability
  • Gait & Balance Dysfunction / Fall Risk
  • Hip Replacement
  • Knee Replacement
  • Osteoporosis / Bone Health (Fracture Prevention)

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