Toe Range of Motion

Gently restores motion in the toes so they stay supple and mobile.

Toe Range of Motion exercise illustration

What it helps

Gently restores motion in the toes so they stay supple and mobile.

How to do it

  1. Seated, gently bend and straighten the toes, using your hand to assist if needed.
  2. Hold each position briefly.
  3. Stay within a comfortable, pain-free range.

Tips

  • Keep the movement gentle, within a comfortable, pain-free range.
  • Your care team can guide how much toe motion is right for your recovery.

Commonly done as 2-3 sets of 10, as directed.

Where this appears in recovery

Toe Range of Motion is part of 8 recovery programs, typically in the phase 2 and phase 1 stage. Each program shows how it fits alongside the other movements:

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These are general exercise guides, not a personal prescription. The repetitions and frequency shown are what's commonly used — your own surgeon or therapist may advise something different, and their guidance comes first.