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Hip Flexor Stretch (Flexibility)

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  1. Kneel on the floor on a mat or carpet. Put your right foot on the floor in front of you, with the knee bent. Hold on to a chair for balance if needed.

  2. Press your hips forward, keeping your back and shoulders upright. Feel the stretch in the front of your left hip.

  3. Hold for  30 to 60 seconds. Relax.

  4. Repeat  2 to 3 times. Switch sides. 

  5. Repeat 3 times per day, or as instructed.

Man kneeling on one knee doing hip stretch.

Author: Wheeler, Brooke

Online Medical Reviewer: Raymond Turley Jr PA-C

Online Medical Reviewer: Stacey Wojcik MBA BSN RN

Online Medical Reviewer: Thomas N Joseph MD

Date Last Reviewed: 12/01/2022

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