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Toe Stretch for the Bottom of the Foot

Toe stretch for the bottom of the foot

For the toe stretch exercise for the bottom of the foot:

  • Sit in a chair, and extend your affected leg so that your heel is on the floor.
  • With your hand, reach down and pull your big toe up and back. Pull toward your ankle and away from the floor.
  • Hold the position for at least 15 to 30 seconds.

Repeat 2 to 4 times a session, several times a day.

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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