Step Down Strengthening Exercise: Reduce Knee Pain & Improve Mobility
A program designed to strengthen the leg used for stepping down, particularly beneficial for individuals recovering from injury or joint replacement. Starts with initial steps and progresses to more advanced techniques. Achieve specific, measurable goals and reduce knee pain by 10% in 2 weeks!
Program Modules
Introduction to Step Down Exercise
Understanding the purpose and progression of the step-down exercise. Watch the short video below for a visual guide.
Initial Step Down with Injured Leg
DailyPractice stepping down with the injured or weaker leg. Focus on control. Remember to focus on your mental state and manage any pain or anxiety.
“That's good to do initially.”
Strengthening Step Down with Good Leg
DailyStep down with the good leg to strengthen the injured leg by forcing it to control against gravity. This is a great way to build strength!.
“eventually you want to be able to do that as a strengthening exercise”
What You'll Accomplish
- Strengthen the leg used for stepping down.
- Improve balance and control during step-down movements.
- Progress from initial step-down exercises to more advanced strengthening techniques.
- Reduce knee pain.
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