Terminal Knee Extension
Written By David Song
TERMINAL KNEE EXTENSION
This is a knee strengthening exercise that focus on contracting the quadriceps in end range extension. Sit with your target leg straight out in front of you and placed a rolled up towel, bolster, or cushion just under the knee. Extend the knee so that the knee drives downwards into the cushion and hold the contraction for 2-5 seconds. Slowly release the contraction and repeat as required.
Muscles Involved:
Quadriceps (Vastus Medialis Oblique / VMO)
Related Conditions:
Knee Osteoarthritis
Post Surgical Knee Rehab
Knee Fat Pad Impingement
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
Chondromalacia Patella
Runner’s Knee / Jumper’s Knee
Meniscus Tear
ACL Tear / Sprain
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