AROM heel-toe walking exercise : How to do, Benefits, Side Effects, Uses, Precautions

( AROM heel-toe walking )

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Name of exercise  AROM heel-toe walking
Other names of exercise AROM heel-toe walking
Description of exercise AROM heel-toe walking is a therapeutic exercise that involves walking on the heels and toes to improve balance, coordination, and range of motion in the ankles and feet. This exercise can be done while standing or walking, and it requires the individual to lift their toes and walk on their heels, then switch to walking on their toes with their heels lifted. It helps to strengthen the muscles in the feet and ankles and can be beneficial for those recovering from injuries or surgeries in these areas. AROM heel-toe walking can also be used as a warm-up or cool-down exercise for athletes to improve foot and ankle stability and prevent injuries.
Do each time for how long Do this for 10 times, or do as many times instructed by your doctor.
Do daily for how many time Do daily two times, or do as per instructed by your doctor.
Do for how many days Do for two to three weeks, or do upto days told by your doctor.
How to do exercise
  • Support child with one hand at hips and other on chest.
  • Help child weight shift to the left and move right heel in front of left toes.
  • Help them shift weight to right and move left heel in front of right toes.
  • Repeat.

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    Body Part Hip, Knee, Ankle & Foot
    Type of Muscles Gluteal, Quadriceps, Hamstring, Calf or Foot
    Category of Exercise __
    Type of Exercise __
    Body Position Standing
    Difficulty Level Medium
    Direction of Exercise Flextion, Extenstion
    Type of Action Plantarflexion, Dorsiflexion, Extension, Flexion, Supination, Eversion

    Benefits of exercise

    According to scientific research, this exercise helps in the body per below(ME/1)

  • Improved balance
  • Increased flexibility
  • Strengthened leg muscles
  • Improved coordination
  • Improved posture
  • Increased cardiovascular endurance
  • Improved range of motion
  • Reduced risk of falls
  • Improved foot and ankle stability
  • Improved overall lower body strength

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    1 Benefits of exercise
    2 When to avoid this exercise
    3 Precautions
    4 Helpful in Diseases

    When to avoid this exercise

  • AROM heel-toe walking exercise should be avoided if you have any recent injuries or pain in your feet, ankles, or legs. It is also not recommended if you have a history of balance or coordination issues, as this exercise requires a certain level of stability and control. Individuals with severe arthritis or joint pain may also want to avoid this exercise, as it can put strain on the affected joints. If you are pregnant or have a medical condition that affects your ability to walk, it is best to consult with a healthcare professional before attempting this exercise. Additionally, if you experience any discomfort or pain during the exercise, it should be stopped immediately.

    • Precautions

    As per several scientific studies, some precautions need to be taken while doing this exercise such as(ME/2)

  • Initially it is alright to have child look at feet and gradually encourage them to look up.

    • Helpful in Diseases

  • Parkinson’s Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Stroke
  • Brain Injury
  • Muscle Weakness
  • Balance Disorders

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