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Shin muscle stretch (seated)

  1. Sit in a chair, with both feet flat on the floor.
  2. Bend your affected leg under the chair so that the top of your foot near your toes is flat on the floor and your toes are pointed behind you, away from your body. If you need to, you can hold on to the sides of the chair for support.
  3. Hold this stretch for 15 to 30 seconds, and then relax.
  4. Repeat 2 to 4 times.
  5. It's a good idea to repeat these steps with your other leg.

Current as of: May 1, 2026

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