knee brace to be adjusted to 60 degrees when mobile.
Partial weight bearing on crutches.
I must always remember that no matter what my ACL Rehabilitization Program says,Each of these exercises should be done gently and gradually, and Ishould not push myself to the point where I'm in a significant amount of pain.
Exercises:
Knee extensions -- This exercise helps you to restore range of motion. Place your heel on object like a telephone book so that your heel and calf are not touching the bed. Remain in this position for five to ten minutes.
Quad sets -- This exercise helps you to maintain your strength and your range of motion. Keep your heel elevated as in the knee extension exercise. Begin by tightening the quadriceps muscle and holding it for ten seconds. Repeat ten times.
Heel slides -- This exercise is for ROM. Begin with your knee flat on the bed and slowly bend your knee until it is just slightly uncomfortable. Hold your knee in this position for ten seconds, and then relax by straightening your leg. Rest for ten seconds. Repeat ten times
*Foot pumps .... every hour
Straight Leg raises 3 sets of 20/30 (3 times a day)
Straight leg raise --This exercise helps you maintain your quadriceps strength. Start with your leg flat on the bed. Begin by tightening your quadriceps, as in the quad sets exercise. Then lift your leg off the bed until your heel is approximately eighteen inches off of the bed. Lower your leg back down and relax for ten seconds.
how many days after surgery should i begin these exercises?
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