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Exercises for people with MS

starting position - standing

Exercise 25 Hip hitch

Helps with:
Posture
Pelvic control

Starting position:
Standing




Starting position

Standing up straight with feet slightly apart, weight evenly placed on both feet.

Step one

Hitch your hip up from your waist to shorten your right leg bringing your foot up off the floor.

Step two

Keep the knee straight all the time.
Hold, then lower slowly and repeat on the left leg.
Make sure you don't stick your bottom out!

Repeat 3-5 times.

Animation of hip hitch

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If you have problems/concerns, talk to a physiotherapist