Initial Exercises After Knee Arthroscopy
From Laura Inverarity, D.O., former About.com Guide
Updated December 12, 2007
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Lie on your back with your knees bent in a 10 to 15 degree angle. Without moving your leg, pull your heel into the floor. This will cause the muscles on the back of your thigh to contract. Hold this for five seconds. Relax and repeat 10 more times.
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- Post Knee Arthroscopy Exercises
- Exercise 1 - Quadriceps Contraction
- Exercise 2 - Hamstring Contraction
- Exercise 3 - Gluteal Sets
- Exercise 4 - Straight Leg Raises
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