Lung Transplantation Patient Guide  Exercise Program
Strengthening Exercises: Lower Extremity Exercises
In Bed | In the Chair | Standing
"Marching in Sitting"
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- Sit comfortably
- Lift one leg up towards chest
- Slowly lower foot back down to floor
- Repeat 10 times (may alternate legs)
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"Knee Straightening"
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- Sit with your thighs fully supported
- Straighten one knee fully
- Slowly lower
- Repeat 10 times each leg (may alternate)
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"Ankle Pumps"
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- Bend ankle up toward your body as far as possible
- Now point toe away from your body
- Repeat 10 times (can do both feet at once)
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"Sit to Stand"
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- Sit on edge of chair, feet flat on floor
- Stand upright
- Repeat 10 times
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