Hip exercises

hip flexion from sitting

Goal:

-To strengthen specific fibers of the hip flexors (muscles anterior of the hip joint).

Procedure:

-Sit on the age of the bed or a high chair.

-Raise your knee towards the ceiling (chest) as much as you can, hold for 5-10 seconds go back to starting position.

Notes:

-Do not do the exercises unless advised by your doctor.

-Repetitions of each exercise depend on your tolerance and condition, usually between 30-50 times.

-If you feel any pain while doing the exercises stop and ask your doctor.