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Torn ACL, Meniscus, Pain In Cartilage, Colateral Ligament, Surgery Not Recommended, Waiting For Rehabilitation In The Country. Recommended Exercises?
Hi my name is Hrvoje .I am 30 year old male who have knee problems. I have torn acl , meniscus , pain in cartilage and in collaterall ligament .Knee is very unstabile.Operation is not recommended cause i allready had an operation of torn acl(reconstruction) and meniscus .I have titanium screw in my knee and thats why is the problem cause there should make another tunnel for another screw.I am waitining for my rehabilitation and in my country the period of waiting is somethimes counted in months.I would like to ask you considering my situtation what exercises can i do for strengthening my knee.I would appreciate any information .Thanks in advance and have a nice day.
Fri, 28 Mar 2014
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Thanks for writing your query
My advice would be have following set of exercises-
1. Without weight- while sitting on a chair lift one leg in straight position with foot in dorsifexion that is foot is pulled towards knee. Keep the leg in this position for 5-10 seconds. Do it 10 times morning and evening.
2. With weight- After 2-3 weeks you may do the above exercise with weight tied to ankle, may be 2 pound, initially.
Hope this helps you.
Take care
Regards
Dr.chugh http://bit.ly/drmchugh
Thanks for writing your query
My advice would be have following set of exercises-
1. Without weight- while sitting on a chair lift one leg in straight position with foot in dorsifexion that is foot is pulled towards knee. Keep the leg in this position for 5-10 seconds. Do it 10 times morning and evening.
2. With weight- After 2-3 weeks you may do the above exercise with weight tied to ankle, may be 2 pound, initially.
Hope this helps you.
Take care
Regards
Dr.chugh http://bit.ly/drmchugh
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