Strength: Step Down

Instructions

• Step both feet onto the step.
• Keeping your affected leg on the step, slowly step down with your unaffected side until your heel gently taps the floor.
• On your affected side, ensure your knee is in line with your second toe and hips remain level.
• Modify as prescribed by your physiotherapist.

Precautions

• Make sure this exercise is done with a proper step surface at an appropriate height prescribed by your physiotherapist.
• It should be performed carefully at home using a rail or wall for support if needed.