How do I improve ankle mobility?

Ankle Mobility

Here are some of our favorite tools for stretching, as well as our favorite blog that provides video content on the best ways to improve ankle mobility. Enjoy!

Prostretch: The Powerstep UltraFlexx Foot Rocker holds the foot in a proper position to stretch and strengthen the muscles, ligaments and tendons of the foot and lower leg. Increases flexibility and strength to help prevent and treat injuries. The UltraFlexx Foot Rocker provides a deep stretch to effectively relieve pain associated with arch pain, Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles Tendonitis, ankle strains, tight calf muscles, shin splints and other common conditions.

Wedge Board: Slant board calf stretcher balance board protects the Achilles tendon, relieves pressure on the leg muscles after exercise, helps blood circulation, and prevents inflammation from causing pain.

Ankle Mobility Blog: Started From The Ankle Now We're Here » Evolution (evolutionphysicaltherapy.com)

Author

Dr. Catherine Logan, MD, MBA Catherine Logan, MD, MBA, MSPT, is a sports medicine orthopaedic surgeon specializing in complex knee and shoulder surgery at Colorado Sports Medicine and Orthopaedics (COSMO) in Denver, Colorado. As a former physical therapist & trainer, Dr. Logan provides a distinct expertise in sports injury, prevention, and surgical management.

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