Patient education

Therapy Guide
Exercise library

Hip/Knee

Heel Slides

Slide the heel toward the hip to restore knee flexion comfortably.

  • Mobility
  • Knee ROM

Standard dose

Sets
2
Reps / hold
10
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Form cues

  • Do not force end range

How to do it

Follow the steps in order. Move in a comfortable range unless your provider said otherwise.

  1. Lie on your back with a sock or towel under the heel if helpful.
  2. Slide the heel toward the buttock within a comfortable bend.
  3. Slide back out to straighten.