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Bent-Knee Calf Stretch

This exercise is designed to stretch your calf muscles (gastrocnemius and soleus). Before starting the exercise, read through all the instructions. While exercising, breathe normally and don’t bounce. If you feel any pain, stop the exercise. If pain persists, inform your healthcare provider:

  • Stand an arm’s length away from a wall. Place the palms of your hands on the wall. Step forward about 12 inches with your ______ foot.

  • Keeping toes pointed forward and both heels on the floor, bend both knees and shift your hips forward. Hold for ______ seconds. Relax.

  • Repeat ______ times. Do ______ sets a day.

Woman leaning hands on wall doing calf stretch.

Online Medical Reviewer: Elizabeth Oswald PT DPT
Online Medical Reviewer: Marianne Fraser MSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer: Trina Bellendir PT
Date Last Reviewed: 2/1/2024
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