Follow-up treatment booklet foor - VACOped

PHASE 3The biggest hurdle has been overcome – it's time to get back to normal!ObjectiveMobilityStretching the thigh musclesFront of thigh and hip extensor muscleStand in a walking position, with the affectedleg to the back. Keep your upper body straightand push your hips forwards. The knee of yourstanding leg moves forward when you do this,the other leg remains as stretched as possible.Inner side of thighMeasureStretchingexerciseYou should stand on your good leg. The movementis in the direction of the arrow, until youfeel a clear stretch on the inside of your thigh.Maintain this stretch for a few seconds.Rear side of thighYou already know this exercise from phase1. Place the leg with the VACO®ped onto theseat of a chair. Lean your upper body forwardsuntil you can feel the rear of the thigh stretching.Keep your back slightly hollowed.