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Quadriceps Stretch (Flexibility)
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Stand up straight and hold onto a wall, sturdy chair, railing, or table with your right hand.
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Bend your right leg at the knee behind you, and grab your ankle with your right hand. Pull your right heel toward your buttocks. Don’t arch your back.
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Hold for 30 to 60 seconds.. Repeat 2 times.
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Switch legs and repeat.
Online Medical Reviewer:
Daphne Pierce-Smith RN MSN
Online Medical Reviewer:
Elizabeth Oswald PT DPT
Online Medical Reviewer:
Rajadurai Samnishanth Researcher
Date Last Reviewed:
9/1/2024
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