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 towel/pillow extensions

- Continue prone lying

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. Hamstring

- 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. Gastroc

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

6. Side-to- Side

7. Aerobic

- Stationary bicycle 20 minutes/day

Other:

Cool knee as needed

Continue patellar mobilization

Sports:

None