Resisted hip abduction in side lying (resistance at knees) (Hip abduction strengthening, with band (high), side lying legs straight)
Lie on your side with your affected leg on top.
Tie a resistance band around your knees.
Keeping your top leg straight, lift it directly upwards pulling against the resistance of the band.
Slowly lower your leg back down controlling the movement against the band.
Relax and repeat.
Required equipment: Mat, Resistance band
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