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Single Leg Balance

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  1. Stand next to a support surface, such as a table. Place both hands on the surface with both feet on the floor.

  2. Bend 1 leg at the knee to lift your foot up behind you. Stand and balance on the other foot.

  3. Remove your hands from the support surface. Replace your hands as needed to prevent loss of balance.

  4. Hold for 30 seconds, or as instructed.

  5. Lower the raised foot. Switch sides and repeat.

  6. Repeat this exercise 3 to 5 times a day, or as instructed.

Person from waist down with hands on a table bending leg up at the knee.

Author: Michels, Karen

Author: Wheeler, Brooke

Online Medical Reviewer: Stacey Wojcik MBA BSN RN

Online Medical Reviewer: Thomas N Joseph MD

Online Medical Reviewer: Trina Bellendir PT

Date Last Reviewed: 01/01/2025

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