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ACL Reconstruction Postoperative InstructionsMonth 3
Incision: Continue scar mobilization.
Brace: Discontinue. Exercises: 1. Extension: - Continue heel rolls. - Continue prone hangs. 2. Flexion: - Continue passive flexion exercises. - Continue active flexion exercises. - Continue active assisted flexion exercises. 3. Quadriceps: - Continue straight leg raises without the brace. - Continue quarter squats but perform them using the operated leg only. (Remember to keep holding on for balance) 4. Hamstrings: - Continue hamstring curls with ankle weights. 5. Gastrocnemius: - Continue one legged calf raises. 6. Aerobic: You may begin light, slow jogging on level dry surfaces (no grass) or jogging in place. Start by jogging 2 minutes a day for the first week and increase by 2 minutes each week.
Other: Continue to cool knee as needed.
Continue patellar mobilization.
Sports: None |
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Copyright © 2001 Omer A. Ilahi, MD,PA
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