Knee · Early recovery
Low-Load Prolonged Knee Extension Stretch
Also called Low-Load Prolonged Extension Stretch.
How to do it
Support the heel on a bolster so the knee is free. Place the prescribed light weight above the knee and allow the leg to relax gradually toward straight without forcing hyperextension.
- Body region
- Knee
- Position
- Supine
- Equipment
- Bolster; Light Cuff Weight
- Recovery phase
- Early recovery
- Purpose
- Range Of Motion
Used in home programs for
- Knee Arthrofibrosis
- Total Knee Replacement
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