jenius

Sorry, I'm a newbie so if this is in the wrong place I apologize. Anyway, I just got my first 1/35th Gakken and I have a problem with it's right foot. Has anyone out there ever taken these Alpha's legs apart or is it a seriously bad idea? Anyone ever modify a Gakken Alpha? Really, I just want to know how I can get this right foot that is stuck pointing downward to release so that I can stand him without him looking like he's standing on his tippy toe.