Calf stretch (seated, knee straight)
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Sit on the floor with your affected leg straight and resting on the floor. Place a towel around your affected foot. Hold one end of the towel in each hand. Pull back gently with the towel so that you feel a stretch in your calf. Hold the position for 15 to 30 seconds. Repeat 2 to 4 times. It's a good idea to repeat
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Seated Straight Leg Raise — Rehab Hero
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A 10-Minute Stretching Routine to Counteract Sitting
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Stretch of the Week: Calf Stretch - Arizona Orthopedic Physical Therapy
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Exercises for the knees
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Contract Relax/Antagonistic Contraction Stretches for Running
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Exercises for the knees
6 Knee Strengthening Exercises You Can Do Right Now — Physical Therapy in Brooklyn
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5 Stretches to Reduce Knee Pain
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Stretching Exercises for Soleus and Calf Muscles
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Best Glute Stretches — The 11 Best Glute Stretches for Your Sore Booty
Muscle Cramps – Health Information Library
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Preventing Falls: Exercises for Strength and Balance
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10 Shin Splint Exercises to Reduce Pain
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Plantar Fasciitis - Health Library