some exercises to stabilize and strengthen the muscles around the knee after a stroke
Here are some exercises to stabilize and strengthen the muscles around the knee after a stroke:
1. Seated Knee Extensions
- Sit on a chair with feet flat.
- Slowly straighten the affected leg, hold for a few seconds, then lower.
- Repeat 10–15 times.
2. Quad Sets
- Sit or lie down with the affected leg straight.
- Tighten the thigh muscle (quadriceps) by pushing the back of the knee down.
- Hold for 5–10 seconds, then relax.
- Repeat 10 times.
3. Straight Leg Raises
- Lie down with the affected leg straight and the other bent.
- Tighten the thigh and lift the leg a few inches.
- Hold for 3–5 seconds, then lower slowly.
- Repeat 10 times.
4. Heel Slides
- Lie down and slowly slide the affected foot toward the buttocks, bending the knee.
- Hold for a few seconds, then straighten.
- Repeat 10–15 times.
5. Step-Ups
- Use a low step. Step up with the affected leg, then bring the other leg up.
- Step down in the same order.
- Repeat 10 times.
6. Mini Squats
- Stand holding a support. Slowly bend knees slightly, keeping knees aligned.
- Hold for a few seconds, then return up.
- Repeat 10 times.
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