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Sit on the floor or in bed with your legs straight out in front of you.
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Point both feet. Then flex both feet. Hold each stretch for
10 seconds. -
Do this
10 to 30 times. -
Repeat this exercise
2 times a day.
Author: Wheeler, Brooke
Online Medical Reviewer: Stacey Wojcik MBA BSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer: Thomas N Joseph MD
Online Medical Reviewer: Trina Bellendir PT
Date Last Reviewed: 01/01/2025
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