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Physiotherapist Scarlet Xavier
Updated 12-6-25
1Calf Stretch
2 reps
30 seconds
  • Sit on the ground or on your bed with your legs out straight in front of you.
  • Loop a towel or belt over the top end of your foot.
  • Keep your leg straight.
  • Gently pull on the ends on the towel/ belt to pull your ankle back.
  • Hold for 30-60 seconds or as advised by your Physiotherapist.
Scarlet Xavier Physiotherapist at Peak Physio Rutherford and Newcastle NSW

Daily

2Heel Raise [Step]
3 sets of 8 reps
  • Stand on a step with one foot, hanging your heel over the edge.
  • Slowly lift your heel up.
  • Slowly lower your heel down, going lower than the step.
  • Repeat this as many times as your Physiotherapist has prescribed.
Scarlet Xavier Physiotherapist at Peak Physio Rutherford and Newcastle NSW

Don’t have to do this over a step!
Complete every 2-3 days