In-flight exercises
 

Knee Flexion: Lift knee toward chest, decreasing the amount of joint space at the back of the knee. Repeat with other leg.



 

Knee Extension: Straighten knee, increasing the amount of joint space at the back of the knee to its full range. Repeat with other leg.



 

Dorsiflexion: With heel on floor, point toes upwards, decreasing the angle between the foot and front of the leg. Repeat with other foot.



 

Plantar flexion: Stretch the foot and toes down and back, increasing the angle between top of the foot and front of the leg. Repeat with other foot.



 

Inversion: With foot on floor, gently roll the sole of the foot inward. Repeat with other foot.



 

Eversion: With foot on floor, gently roll the sole of the foot outward. Repeat with other foot.



Illustrations by David Navascues


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