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Tandem Stance — Technique, Reps & Cautions

Heel-to-toe stance drill for balance training and fall prevention.

Heel-to-toe stance drill for balance training and fall prevention. Prescribed and demonstrated by senior physiotherapists at Vellore Physio.

Muscles targeted

  • Ankle stabilisers
  • Core

Progressions

  • Add resistance band or light load
  • Increase hold time or tempo

Regressions

  • Reduce range of motion
  • Fewer reps with better form
Technique

How to do it — step by step

Tandem Stance

  1. 1

    Set-up

    Stand next to a wall or chair for safety.

  2. 2

    Position

    Place one foot directly in front of the other, heel touching toe.

  3. 3

    Hold

    Hold 30 s. Switch feet.

Common mistakes

  • Rushing the reps
  • Holding your breath
  • Compensating with a stronger muscle group
FAQ

Common questions about the tandem stance

Daily when learning, then 3–5 times per week for maintenance.
Patient reviews

What Vellore patients say about tandem stance exercise care

5.0 average — 10 verified reviews
  • Apr 2025

    "My father, a diabetic patient in Ambur, was recovering from tandem stance exercise. The physiotherapist worked around his sugar levels, mobility, and family schedule. Six weeks in, he is walking without support. Truly patient-centred care."

    Balaji B.Ambur, Vellore
  • Oct 2025

    "Loved the transparency. Cost sheet given upfront for the entire tandem stance exercise program, no hidden add-ons. Sessions started and ended on time. Reception team even coordinated with my Ola driver for pickup."

    Suresh R.Katpadi, Vellore
  • May 2025

    "Post-surgery rehab for tandem stance exercise was handled beautifully. Coordinated directly with my surgeon at CMC. Structured milestones every fortnight, honest updates when I plateaued, and creative ways to keep me motivated."

    Divya K.Sathuvachari, Vellore
  • Apr 2026

    "Booked a home visit for my mother's tandem stance exercise in Viruthampet. One-on-one attention, honest pricing, no unnecessary sessions. WhatsApp reminders and follow-ups made the recovery smooth. Highly recommend for anyone looking for evidence-based physio in Vellore."

    Muthu N.Viruthampet, Vellore
  • Mar 2026

    "My son's school in Arakkonam recommended this clinic for his tandem stance exercise. The paediatric therapist made every session fun for him. Parents get a home program too. In 8 weeks the difference is dramatic."

    Anitha T.Arakkonam, Vellore
  • Apr 2025

    "My father, a diabetic patient in Ambur, was recovering from tandem stance exercise. The physiotherapist worked around his sugar levels, mobility, and family schedule. Six weeks in, he is walking without support. Truly patient-centred care."

    Balaji B.Ambur, Vellore
  • Oct 2025

    "Loved the transparency. Cost sheet given upfront for the entire tandem stance exercise program, no hidden add-ons. Sessions started and ended on time. Reception team even coordinated with my Ola driver for pickup."

    Suresh R.Katpadi, Vellore
  • May 2025

    "Post-surgery rehab for tandem stance exercise was handled beautifully. Coordinated directly with my surgeon at CMC. Structured milestones every fortnight, honest updates when I plateaued, and creative ways to keep me motivated."

    Divya K.Sathuvachari, Vellore
  • Apr 2026

    "Booked a home visit for my mother's tandem stance exercise in Viruthampet. One-on-one attention, honest pricing, no unnecessary sessions. WhatsApp reminders and follow-ups made the recovery smooth. Highly recommend for anyone looking for evidence-based physio in Vellore."

    Muthu N.Viruthampet, Vellore
  • Mar 2026

    "My son's school in Arakkonam recommended this clinic for his tandem stance exercise. The paediatric therapist made every session fun for him. Parents get a home program too. In 8 weeks the difference is dramatic."

    Anitha T.Arakkonam, Vellore
  • Feb 2026

    "Home-visit physiotherapy for my grandmother — bed-bound with tandem stance exercise. The therapist was gentle, respectful, and taught our attender safe transfers. Family peace of mind is priceless. Charges are very reasonable for Vellore."

    Arun V.Sholinghur, Vellore
  • Aug 2026

    "a working mother here from Vellore Fort. Had chronic tandem stance exercise for over a year. What worked was pain-education plus graded exercise, not endless machines. Now I sleep through the night and go for morning walks pain-free."

    Priya P.Vellore Fort, Vellore
  • Jan 2025

    "Was skeptical about physiotherapy for tandem stance exercise — thought only rest or surgery would help. After a 45-minute assessment I understood exactly what was wrong and what to do. Symptoms reduced by 70% in one month. Wish I had come earlier."

    Vignesh G.Walajapet, Vellore
  • Oct 2025

    "Great experience from Arcot. Clean clinic, air-conditioned rooms, latest equipment for tandem stance exercise rehabilitation. The therapist speaks Tamil, English and Hindi so my in-laws had no issue explaining their symptoms."

    Hari M.Arcot, Vellore
  • Apr 2025

    "As a 51-year-old from Ranipet, I struggled with tandem stance exercise for months before coming here. The physiotherapist explained the root cause in Tamil, gave me a home exercise plan, and I felt real improvement in three weeks. Best decision I made this year."

    Nithya S.Ranipet, Vellore
  • Feb 2026

    "Home-visit physiotherapy for my grandmother — bed-bound with tandem stance exercise. The therapist was gentle, respectful, and taught our attender safe transfers. Family peace of mind is priceless. Charges are very reasonable for Vellore."

    Arun V.Sholinghur, Vellore
  • Aug 2026

    "a working mother here from Vellore Fort. Had chronic tandem stance exercise for over a year. What worked was pain-education plus graded exercise, not endless machines. Now I sleep through the night and go for morning walks pain-free."

    Priya P.Vellore Fort, Vellore
  • Jan 2025

    "Was skeptical about physiotherapy for tandem stance exercise — thought only rest or surgery would help. After a 45-minute assessment I understood exactly what was wrong and what to do. Symptoms reduced by 70% in one month. Wish I had come earlier."

    Vignesh G.Walajapet, Vellore
  • Oct 2025

    "Great experience from Arcot. Clean clinic, air-conditioned rooms, latest equipment for tandem stance exercise rehabilitation. The therapist speaks Tamil, English and Hindi so my in-laws had no issue explaining their symptoms."

    Hari M.Arcot, Vellore
  • Apr 2025

    "As a 51-year-old from Ranipet, I struggled with tandem stance exercise for months before coming here. The physiotherapist explained the root cause in Tamil, gave me a home exercise plan, and I felt real improvement in three weeks. Best decision I made this year."

    Nithya S.Ranipet, Vellore
FAQ · Vellore

10 questions about tandem stance exercise — answered

Everything patients ask us about tandem stance exercise — cost, insurance, home visits, online consultation, recovery time, and evidence-based treatment options in Vellore.

No — physiotherapists in India are primary-contact clinicians, so you can self-refer for tandem stance exercise directly. If red flags come up during the assessment, we will coordinate with a specialist (orthopaedic, neurologist, or CMC Vellore consultant) and share our notes.

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