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Toe Fracture: Rehab Exercises

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Introduction

Here are some examples of exercises for you to try. The exercises may be suggested for a condition or for rehabilitation. Start each exercise slowly. Ease off the exercises if you start to have pain.

You will be told when to start these exercises and which ones will work best for you.

How to do the exercises

Passive toe stretch

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  1. Sit on the floor, with the heel of your affected foot on the floor. Use one hand to hold your foot steady.
  2. Using the thumb and index (pointing) finger of your other hand, slowly bend your toe forward and then backward. Hold each position for about 15 seconds.
  3. Repeat 2 to 4 times.

Toe curl

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slide 2 of 5, Toe curl,
  1. Sit on the floor, with the heel of your affected foot on the floor.
  2. Gently curl your toes forward and then backward. Hold each position for about 6 seconds.
  3. Repeat 8 to 12 times.
  4. It's a good idea to repeat these steps with your other foot.

Towel scrunches

How to do towel scrunches
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  1. Sit in a chair, and place your affected foot on a towel on the floor.
  2. Scrunch the towel toward you with your toes. Then use your toes to push the towel back into place.
  3. Repeat 8 to 12 times.

Marble pick-ups

Picture of how to do marble pick-ups
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  1. Put some marbles on the floor next to a cup.
  2. Sit in a chair, and use the toes of your affected foot to lift up one marble from the floor at a time. Then try to put the marble in the cup.
  3. Repeat 8 to 12 times.

Towel stretch

Picture of how to do towel stretch
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  1. Sit with your legs extended and knees straight.
  2. Place a towel or belt around your foot just under your toes.
  3. Hold both ends of the towel or belt, with your hands above your knees.
  4. Pull back with the towel or belt so that your foot stretches toward you.
  5. Hold the position for at least 15 to 30 seconds.
  6. Repeat 2 to 4 times.

Follow-up care is a key part of your treatment and safety. Be sure to make and go to all appointments, and call your doctor if you are having problems. It's also a good idea to know your test results and keep a list of the medicines you take.

The Health Encyclopedia contains general health information. Not all treatments or services described are covered benefits for Kaiser Permanente members or offered as services by Kaiser Permanente. For a list of covered benefits, please refer to your Evidence of Coverage or Summary Plan Description. For recommended treatments, please consult with your health care provider.