
Foot pumps improve circulation and help to reduce swelling

Passive extensions stretch the soft tissues in the joint and break adhesions.

Quad sets overcome quadriceps muscle inhibition
Early knee exercises keep the muscles firing and retain some range of motion even when the knee is still painful and swollen. Page updated March 2024 by Dr Sheila Strover (Clinical Editor)

Foot pumps improve circulation and help to reduce swelling

Passive extensions stretch the soft tissues in the joint and break adhesions.

Quad sets overcome quadriceps muscle inhibition

Heel slides help maintain flexion range of motion

Mini squats start rebuilding quadriceps strength

Prone hangs are passive extension stretches that help to retain range of motion and prevent adhesions

Patellar mobilisations prevent the formation of adhesions in the soft tissues around and below the patella

Active assisted flexion maintains flexion range of motion