Exercises for the lower leg

The lower leg contains the muscles that move the ankle and foot. They are very important for walking. Most lower-leg problems arise from a sports injury. Exercises to strengthen the leg are then the best way to get rid of the symptoms.

Lower-leg complaints

Good condition of the lower-leg muscles is very important to function well and to prevent injuries. If you have sustained a muscle or tendon injury, you need to train the lower leg. You do this with exercises that make the muscles and tendons stronger again. This also directly reduces the chance that the symptoms will return.

Start now with exercises for the lower leg

For various lower-leg complaints, our physical therapists have created exercise programs. With these exercises, you work independently at home on your recovery. The exercises start relatively light and easy and gradually become a bit heavier and more challenging. You do the exercises at home and in your own time. The professional instruction videos show you exactly what to do.

An overview of all exercise programs for the lower leg can be found below. Do the self-check first if you are not yet sure which condition you need an exercise program for.

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