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Big-toe extensor stretch

  1. Sit in a chair, and put your affected foot across your other knee.
  2. Grasp your heel with one hand and then slowly push your big toe down with your other hand. Push your toe down and away from your ankle until you feel a stretch along the top of your foot.
  3. Hold the stretch for 15 to 30 seconds.
  4. Repeat 2 to 4 times.
  5. It's a good idea to repeat these steps with your other foot.

Current as of: May 1, 2026

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