Weeks 3

Incision:

Continue scar mobilization.

Brace:

Wear whenever out of bed except for exercises and bathing.

Crutches:

Continue to use one or both crutches for balance on long walks or on uneven, slippery ground or in crowded areas.

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 quad sets.

- Continue straight leg raises.

- Continue quarter squats.

4. Hamstrings:

- Begin hamstring curls (lie prone and bend the knee up as far as possible. It may help to wear shoes or some light ankle weights).

5. Gastrocnemius:

- Begin calf raises (start with two legs and progress to single leg calf raises).

6. Balance:

- Side-to- Sides

7. Aerobic:

- Stationary bicycle 20 minutes/day.

Other:

Cool knee as needed.

Continue patellar mobilization.

Sports:

None