Keep those paws in tip-top shape with expert advice from foot doctors.

Foot pain and fatigueare common complaints.

Using afoot massagercan improve circulation, reduce inflammation, and relieve tired and sore feetas well as stretching.

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How to do it:

Face the wall and lean your hands against it.

Stagger your legs: Keep the front leg bent and the back leg stretched straight behind you.

Dr. Andersen recommends holding the stretch for 30 seconds on each side to get a deeper stretch.

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Hold for about 20 seconds on each side, and try not to bounce the leg."

Slowly bend and extend the right knee for about 20 seconds.

Mount Sinai,Plantar fasciitis.

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