Dumbbell Leg Extension

DUMBBELL LEG EXTENSION

The dumbbell leg extension exercise requires the use of a dumbbell ankle strap to strengthen the knee extensors. Start by sitting on a chair or bench. Strap a dumbbell to the bottom of your foot. Extend your knee to the fullest range tolerable and hold a strong isometric contraction for 5-7 seconds. Gently lower the leg by bending the knee to complete a repetition.

Structures involved:

• Quadriceps

  • vastus medialis (vastus medialis oblique)

  • vastus intermedius

  • vastus lateralis

  • rectus femoris

• quadriceps tendon

• patellar tendon

• anterior cruciate ligament

• patellofemoral joint

Related conditions:

• ACL reconstructive surgery

• ACL sprain

• Total hip replacement / arthroscopy

• Femur fracture

• Patella fracture

• quadriceps strain

• knee meniscus tear

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