Exercises For Peripheral Neuropathy: Hip Extensions

Hold chair or table with one hand, then one fingertip, then no hands, then do exercise with eyes closed, if steady. Stand 12 to 18 inches from chair or table. Bend at hip; hold onto chair or table. Slowly lift one leg straight backwards. Hold position for 5-10 seconds. Slowly lower leg and repeat with other leg.
Hold: 5-10 seconds
Repeat: 2 repetitions on each leg/2 times a day
If you are a diabetic and do not currently see a podiatrist, call our Glastonbury or Middletown office to make an appointment.
Ayman M. Latif, DPM
Connecticut Foot Care Centers
Diabetic Foot Doctor in CT
Podiatrist in Glastonbury and Middletown, CT
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Exercises For Peripheral Neuropathy: Hip Flexion

Hold a table or chair with one hand, then one fingertip, then no hands, then do exercise with eyes closed, if steady. Stand straight, holding onto table or chair for balance. Slowly bend one knee towards chest, without bending waist or hips. Hold position for 5-10 seconds. Slowly lower leg all the way down. Repeat with other leg.
Hold: 5-10 seconds
Repeat: 2 repetitions on each leg/2 times a day.
If you are a diabetic and do not currently see a podiatrist, call our Glastonbury or Middletown office to make an appointment.
Ayman M. Latif, DPM
Connecticut Foot Care Centers
Diabetic Foot Doctor in CT
Podiatrist in Glastonbury and Middletown, CT
Visit our website, like our page on Facebook, and follow my tweets on Twitter.