Emphasis is put on contracting the Vastus Medialis at the top of the arc. 3 sets of 10 reps. Care should be taken to avoid full knee extension under weight as this could compromise the injured knee joint. Lunges - These are performed with dumbell weights held in both hands. Care is taken with performance of this exercise.
Knee is straight over the ankle.
These can be any complex exercise involving the lower extremities. Stretching the quadriceps is generally contraindicated at least in the early stages because extreme flexion may cause pain in the injured knee. The stretching is usually performed initially by the practitioner and then taught to the patient for performing it on their own. Stretching is not to be taken to the extreme but must be performed with the intention of inhibiting the stretch reflex pathway and lengthening the connective tissues involved. Isometric muscle contraction in all ranges of motion, Pool walking, Gentle Range of Motion.