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11 Achilles tendon stretches and exercises for pain relief
Ease discomfort and move better with these gentle Achilles tendon stretches and strengthening exercises recommended by Hinge Health physical therapists.
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Published Date: Oct 6, 2025
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1. Standing calf stretch
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2. Soleus stretch
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3. Seated plantar fascia stretch
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4. Ankle mobilization
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5. Seated hamstring stretch
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6. Lower body nerve glide
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7. Floor calf stretch
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1. Deficit calf raise
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2. Deficit soleus raise
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3. Single leg calf raise
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4. Seated calf raises
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Causes of Achilles tendon pain and tightness
7 Achilles tendon stretches
1. Standing calf stretch
2. Soleus stretch
3. Seated plantar fascia stretch
4. Ankle mobilization
5. Seated hamstring stretch
6. Lower body nerve glide
7. Floor calf stretch
4 Achilles tendon strengthening exercises
1. Deficit calf raise
2. Deficit soleus raise
3. Single leg calf raise
4. Seated calf raises
Personalizing your Achilles tendon stretches and exercises
How to stretch your Achilles tendon
How Hinge Health can help you
References
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