The Knee Learning Resource
This short video sequence demonstrates foot pumps.
In case you cannot see the video, here is a still sequence -
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Bring the foot upwards, moving it from the ankle. Hold it up forcibly for about five seconds. |
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Point the toes downwards, so that you feel the calf muscles contract. Hold it for five seconds. |
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Repeat five times. Repeat the sequence every half hour. |
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