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Epidermolysis Bullosa
Home Care Programme

Expertise

Exercises Hips

 

Exercises for the prevention of contractures

Hips often become stiff, especially when the patient sits for a long time. In order to `stretch' the hips a simple abdominal position is a good remedy. Other exercises include:

• Assume abdominal position and lift the right leg outstretched. Repeat the exercise with the left leg.

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Stand up straight and move the outstretched right leg backwards. Repeat the exercise with the left leg. Alternatively, hold on to the back of a chair.

 

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