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A-Z of Rehabilitation Exercises

Calf stretch

Simple stretch to maintain extension.

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The calf stretch is important if the knee has been held in flexion for some time, perhaps after a long spell on crutches.

In case you cannot see the video, here is a still sequence -

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Stand opposite a wall, with your fingers supporting you on the wall.
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Step back on the one leg. Lean forward, stretching the back of the rear leg's calf and ankle. Hold for 20 seconds. Repeat five times.