Cross the affected leg behind the other leg
Shift your hips toward the side of the back leg
Lean your torso away from the back leg
Hold the stretch for 20–30 seconds
Repeat on both sides
Sit on a chair and cross one ankle over the opposite knee
Keep your back straight and gently lean forward
Hold the stretch for 20–30 seconds
Lie on your back and pull one knee across your body
Keep both shoulders on the floor
Hold the stretch for 20–30 seconds
Perform a figure-four stretch
Sit or lie down with one ankle over the opposite thigh
Gently draw the supporting leg toward your body
Hold the stretch for 20–30 seconds
Use a wall for support during standing stretches
Keep movements slow and controlled
Stretch after walking, exercise, or prolonged sitting
