MTP1 Traction Manipulation

Position of the therapist:

  • Standing distal and lateral of the patient

Position of the patient:

  • Supine lying position

Hand placement:

  • Claw grip of the index and middle finger around patient’s proximal phalanx
  • Optional: Fixate distal metatarsal with the other hand
  • Alternative to claw grip: Grip proximal phalanx with index finger and thumb

Direction of the manipulation:

  • Traction in distal direction