Exercise Essentials Try these simple exercises to help keep you loose and pain-free... Share this with a friend or family member to help keep them healthy, too!
Quad Stretch Prone Lie on stomach. Hold ankle with same side hand. Gently pull ankle toward the buttock. You should feel a stretch in the front of your thigh. Hold for 10 sec- onds then repeat 4 times on both sides.
SHORT ARC QUAD Place a rolled up towel or object under your knee and slowly straighten your knee as you raise up your foot. Hold for 10 seconds then repeat 4 times on both sides.
Always consult your physical therapist or physician before starting exercises you are unsure of doing.
Who do you know that needs our help?
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 Physical Therapy Specialties today. Pass along this newsletter or have them call us directly for a Physical Therapy Consultation.
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