Exercise Essentials Try these exercises to improve your strength.
Strengthens Hips
Patient Results
I have regained most of my mobility.
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My strength has improved significantly since starting physical therapy. When I came in, I had limited movement in my leg. Since surgery and physical therapy, I have regained most of my mobility. I am very pleased with how quickly I was able to improve.” —L.P. I appreciate the positive atmosphere that helped make working hard a little easier. I came in after a knee replacement. The staff has done an excellent job of providing support and help regaining full movement. My hip was weak from a replacement last November but this was also supported. I appreciate the positive atmosphere that helped make working hard a little easier. Thank you!” —J.P. I have very little pain and can walk much better! Before therapy, after hip replacement and 3 months later, a fall, I was having a lot of pain, lack of energy and problems with balance. I had to use a walker to get around at all. Since therapy, I have really improved my condition. I have very little pain and can walk much better - most of the time not needing a cane. Overall, I feel much better.” —W.H.
STRAIGHT LEG RAISE While lying or sitting, slowly raise your leg, keeping your knee straight and your toes pointed outward. Hold for 2 seconds, then slowly lower your leg to the starting position. Repeat 10 times with each leg.
Strengthen Back & Core
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BIRD DOG 4-POINT ARM & LEG RAISE Begin by placing your knees and hands on the floor, with your hips and shoulders at a 90° angle. While keeping stable and engaging your core muscles, lift one arm and an opposite leg straight out toward the horizon, with your thumb pointed to the ceiling. Place both arm and leg back down to starting position. Repeat 10 times and then repeat this exercise with the opposite arm and leg. To build stability, this exercise can first be performed using only the arm or leg, and the opposing arm or leg can be added once ready for progression.
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