The following introduces physiotherapeutic exercises based on the N.A.P.® therapy. These exercises can be practised alone or with the support of a therapist as well as with or without an orthosis. This text and the associated pictures present the most common mistakes and their correction.
All of the presented exercise examples are aimed to establish the best possible biomechanical situation for the patient in order to activate the muscles needed for an upright gait. For this reason, these exercises are identical for all patients despite their different gait types and orthotic fittings.
- Exercise 1: Sitting to Standing Transfer
To stabilise the lower ankle joint and the sup- porting leg.
- Exercise 2: Barbell Bar
For a preactive stabilisation of the foot and the torso.
- Exercise 3: Ascending Sideways
To stabilise the forefoot during the transition from loading response to mid stance.
- Exercise 4: Descending Sideways
To stabilise the forefoot during push off.
- Exercise 5: Descending the Stairs
To stabilise the forefoot and eccentrically control the extensor synergy.
- Exercise 6: Ascending the Stairs
To ex the knee during pre swing and initial swing.
- Exercise 7: Scooter
To achieve stabilisation during loading response, mid stance and push off.