Monday, August 27, 2012

August 2012 Update

My knee is feeling better thanks mostly to the physical therapy.
I have been given a list of exercises to do to increase the strength of the quad muscles and to stretch the tightness of the calf.

Here is my daily routine:

  • Slowly raise and lower left leg while on back (right leg bent), 3 sets of 15.
  • Slowly raise and lower left leg while on side, 3 sets of 15.
  • Bridge exercise to strengthen the gluts, 3 sets of 20.
  • Sets of writing alphabets with heel while leg is raised, 2 full sets on back and also on side.
  • Stand on each leg without holding on, 3 times a day minimum 30 seconds, both legs.
  • Stretches of the calf, throughout the day.
  • Exercise bicycle 40 minutes a day.
  • Walking throughout the day, 20 minutes minimum.


It may seem like alot to do, but it does go by fast and you can really tell when you miss a day or run out of time. I have to make this a priority for myself. I am amazed how weak my left leg was. Don't let this happen to you!

I'll be back in awhile to update you on my plantar (foot) problems.



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