Elite Physical Therapy

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Foot and Ankle Exercises: Ankle CirclesEjercicios para los pies y los tobillos: Rotaci³n de tobillos

Foot and Ankle Exercises: Ankle Circles

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This exercise is designed to stretch and strengthen your feet and ankles. Before beginning the exercise, read through all the instructions. While exercising, breathe normally. If you feel any pain, stop the exercise. If pain persists, inform your healthcare provider.

  • Sit straight-legged on the floor or other firm surface.

  • Resting your ______ calf on a rolled-up towel, use your foot to draw circles in both directions or write the letters of the alphabet in the air.

  • Continue for ______ seconds. Do ______ times a day.

Date Last Reviewed: 2007-01-15T00:00:00-07:00

Date Last Modified: 2007-12-12T00:00:00-07:00