All the exercises within this leaflet are advanced physiotherapy exercises for the knee. The exercises focus predominantly on strength and proprioception.

Single leg bridge. • Lying on back with feet flat and knees bent, make sure your feet are under your knees.

Lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor. Rest your arms by your sides or on your abdominal muscles. Push through your.

Place a large rolled up towel under the injured knee. Pull toes towards your body, tighten the thigh muscles and lift the foot up until the knee locks straight.

Wall Slide. Stand with your back against a wall. Place your feet 20 cm from the wall. Slowly slide down the wall, bending your knees.

Aim to do the exercises three times a day. Using the back of a chair or a table for support, bend both knees into a squat position and then stand up again. Don ...

Sit up tall on a chair with a back support. Knee Extension in Sitting. Pull your toes up towards your shin. Slowly straighten your leg by tightening the muscles ...

Beginning an exercise program before your surgery can greatly enhance your recovery period. Make sure to do the exercises on both sides to build strength.

With almost straight knees, tilt your upper body forwards and push your hips gently backwards until you feel a stretch in the back of your thighs.

Exercises 2,3,6 and 7 help gain the muscle control in your thigh and hip muscles. 1- Active knee flexion in supine. Put a plastic bag under your foot bend your ...