PHASE I (1-6 WEEKS):
Stage 1 (1-3 weeks):
- ROM 0°-90°, extension priority
- Swelling controlled (ice, elevation, electrical stimulation)
- Patellar mobilization
- Scar tissue mobilization
- Passive ROM
- Quadriceps isometrics
- Hamstrings isometrics
- Hip ABD & ADD
- Proprioception training
Stage 2 (3-6 weeks):
- Progressive resistive exercises (PRE’s)
- Restore normal gait pattern
- Limited-range knee extension
- Toe raises
- Mini-squats
- Cycling (no resistance)
- Theraband exercises
- Flexibility exercises
- Full ROM should be achieved by week 4-6
PHASE II (6-10 WEEKS):
- Progress PREs
- Lateral step-ups
- Isokinetic exercises
- Cycling
- Stair machine
- Balance exercises
- Pylometric program
PHASE III (11-15 WEEKS):
- Progress all exercises
- Begin running program
References:
Brotzman SB, Wilk KE. Clinical Orthopaedic Rehabilitation. 2nd ed. Philadelphia, PA: The Curtis Center; 2003.
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