Things You'll Need:
- Bolster or rolled towel
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Step 1
Consult with a physical therapist prior to doing any type of knee therapy exercise. This information is not a substitute for medical or therapeutic advice.
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Step 2
Lie down on the ground with the bolster or rolled towel placed underneath the back of the knee in need of therapy. This leg is bent.
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Step 3
Support and stabilize the rest of the body. Contract the abdominal muscles, keep the lower back against the floor and maintain proper posture throughout the entire therapy session.
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Step 4
Exhale and slowly extend the leg at the knee joint. Raise the heel off of the floor and contract the quadriceps muscles.
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Step 5
Hold the extension for approximately five seconds, then slowly release the leg back down to the starting position with the quadriceps relaxed and the heel resting on the floor.
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Step 6
Repeat this knee therapy exercise as many times as prescribed by your physical therapist. As you progress, it is possible to use a larger bolster or more rolled towels to increase the angle of the knee and distance necessary to extend and straighten the leg.
