| Exercise |
Dosage |
Progression |
Rationale |
| Heel Raises |
2 sets of 10-15 repetitions |
Bilaterally on flat ground progressing to over edge of block then single leg with increasing speed as tolerated. Reduce upper extremity support as able. |
Improve plantar flexor strength and power |
| Toe Raises |
2 sets of 10-15 repetitions |
Bilaterally on flat ground progressing to over edge of block then single leg with increased speed as tolerated. Reduce upper extremity support as able. |
Improve dorsiflexor strength and power |
| Single Leg Stand |
30 sec - 1 min
on each leg |
Add horizontal and vertical head movements with eyes open progressing to eyes closed and increased speed. Reduce upper extremity support as able. |
Improve balance and postural control in single leg stance |
| Wedge Stretch |
30 sec - 1 min
2 repetitions |
Increase stretch as tolerated |
Improve ankle dorsiflexion range |
