Knee Post-Op Exercises

HIP and Knee - 11 Strengthening: Quadriceps sets
quadriceps sets
Tighten muscles ontop of thigh by pushing knees down into floor or table.

Hold _____ seconds.  Repeat _____ times.

Do _____ sessions per day



HIP and Knee - 17 Strengthening:
Straight Leg Raise Phase I
straight leg raise phase i
Tighten muscle on front of thigh then lift leg 8-10 inches from floor keeping knee locked.

Hold _____ seconds. Repeat _____ times.

Do _____ sessions per day.



Ankle/Foot - 18 Range of Motion: Plantar/Dorsiflexion
plantar dorsiflexion
Relax leg.  Gently bend and straighten ankle.  Move through full range of motion.  Avoid pain.

Repeat _____ repetitions/set.  Do _____ sets/session.

Do _____ sessions/day.



HIP and KNEE - 46 Passive Range of Motion: Knee Flexion
knee flexion
Withe towel around heel, gently pull knee upwards with towel until stretch is felt.

Repeat _____ repetitions/set. Do _____ sets/session

Do _____ sessions/day 



HIP and Knee - 49 Quad Set in Slight Flexion
slight flexion
Gently tense muscle on top of thigh.

Hold _____ seconds.  Repeat _____ repetitions/set.

Do _____ sets/session.  Do _____ session/day