Exercise Essentials Try these simple exercises to keep you moving... Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.
TANDEMWALK - WALL Stand with the fingertips of one, or both, hands resting on a wall. Place the feet ‘heel to toe’ with the left foot forward. Steady yourself in this position. Step forward with one foot, placing the heel directly in front of, and touching, the toes of the other foot. Repeat this sequence 8 times, moving forward down the hallway. Reverse direction, moving backward down the hallway.
ALTERNATING STEP TOUCH Stand “tall”, with sturdy step stool positioned in front. Step one foot at a time onto the stool. Alternate legs and repeat 10 times.
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Refer a Friend Do You Have Friends or Family Unable to Do The Following? 9 Move without pain 9 Bend and move freely
9 Balance confidently and securely 9 Sit for long periods comfortably 9 Walk for long distances 9 Live an active and healthy lifestyle
If you know someone suffering with aches and pains give the gift of health. Refer them to Elite Physical Therapy today. Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly for a FREE Back Pain or Posture Assessment.
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