This helpful training video, created by the University of Wollongong correctly demonstrates how to stretch the left leg. Parents & carers can perform this calf stretch on the floor lying on child’s front or back. The exercise can also be performed on a couch or bed.
Acknowledgements
Joanne Morrell, Senior Paediatric Physiotherapist, from the Physiotherapy Department at the Wollongong Hospital, has designed these exercises.
Matthew, Sophie, Sebastian and Jesslyn and their families for participating in the video shoots.
Matt Harding for music.
Centre for Educational Development and Interactive Resources (CEDIR) for web development and video production.
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