Evolve Physical Therapy & Sports Performance - Syosset

As a follow up to our last post that described an active stretch to get your knee straighter, here’s the passive, “lazy” way to get your knee straighter.

It looks simple, but it’s very effective…only if you do it frequently enough.

We recommend using this stretch for at least 60 minutes a day - you can break up the 60 minutes into smaller segments if you like.

So if you’re struggling to get your knee straight after a knee injury or surgery, give this one a try.

If you are having any limitations with your overhead mobility, try this self mobilization of the cervicothoracic junction (CTJ).

1️⃣ Start in a sitting position next to a wall with a ball
2️⃣ Place the ball above your shoulder blades
3️⃣ Bend your knees and plant your feet into the ground
4️⃣ Perform a chin tuck (by making a double chin) and raise your arms to try and touch the wall
5️⃣ As you raise your arms, the ball will push into your back
6️⃣Perform 15 reps

After the 15 reps, test out your overhead mobility to see if there is any improvement

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