Towel Stretch

For the towel stretch exercise:

Place a rolled towel under the ball of your foot, holding the towel at both ends.
Gently pull the towel toward you while keeping your knee straight.
Hold this position for 15 to 30 seconds.

Repeat 2 to 4 times.

Talk with your doctor or physiotherapist if you have questions about how to do this or any other exercise.

Current as of: November 9, 2022

Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine
Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine
Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine
Gavin W.G. Chalmers DPM - Podiatry and Podiatric Surgery

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