Straight-Leg Raise

Description

Lie on your back with your legs straight. Tighten the quadriceps by pulling the tip of the foot towards you, then lift the straight leg to an angle of about 30° relative to your bed or table. Hold for the duration indicated by your physical therapist, then slowly lower back to the starting position and repeat.

Settings

Equipment

No Equipment

Positions

Supine Position

Muscle groups

Hip flexors

Difficulty

Easy

Movement

Flexion

Contraction mode

Concentric