This exercise is for an injured right knee or hip. Switch sides if the injury is to your left knee or hip.
- Sit on the floor with your legs straight in front of you.
- Slide your right heel along the floor toward you, bending your knee and keeping your foot flexed.
- Move it as close to you as you comfortably can. Hold for
5 to 10 seconds. Then slide your heel back. - Repeat
5 times.
Tip: If you're sitting on carpet, put a plastic bag under your heel to make it slide more easily. If you're sitting on a hard floor, put a small towel under your heel.
Author: Wheeler, Brooke
Online Medical Reviewer: Kenny Turley PA-C
Online Medical Reviewer: L Renee Watson MSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer: Raymond Kent Turley BSN MSN RN
Date Last Reviewed: 09/01/2025
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