Pretzel Stretch

Professional Rationale
Classic pretzel stretch to help stretch the internal rotators. Can be a difficult position for some patients to get into.

Client Rationale
This is an buttock and internal rotator stretch. The internal rotators are a group of muscles that make up part of your buttock. They help to rotate your leg inwards and stabilize your leg and pelvis functionally.



Instructions

• Lie on your back and bend your knees up slightly.
• Cross your ankle over your opposite knee.
• Pull opposite thigh gently toward your chest to stretch your buttock.
• Do not bounce.
• Do not stretch to the point of pain.
• Do not reach up with your trunk - use a towel around your thigh instead.

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