Nerve sliders or neural ‘flossing’ provide an effective strategy to alleviate neural tension within the muscle interface that is passes through, without exacerbating symptoms. Discuss with your Physiotherapist which variation is appropriate for you dependent on the degree of neural tension.
Instructions
- Lying on your back, use a towel to help keep your leg in a comfortable 90 degree position with your ankle in neutral position.
- Straighten your knee, and let your ankle turn outwards
- Bend your knee back to 90 degrees and bring your ankle back to neutral
- Complete as per Physiotherapist guidelines
Precautions
- Perform this exercise strictly as guided by your physiotherapist – do not be tempted to perform more repetitions as this may irritate the tissue
- If your symptoms become aggravated, stop immediately and notify your physiotherapist