Quad Set

Professional Rationale
This is a basic isometric exercise that helps to engage the quadriceps at a baseline level. It is particularly useful in the early post-operative phases to wake up the quadriceps.

Client Rationale
This exercise is to help to strengthen the quadriceps muscle - a group of 4 muscles that help to control your knee joint in standing, to stop you from buckling. This is an isometric exercise which means your fire the muscle without moving the knee.



Instructions

• Put a towel roll under your knee.
• Keep your heel down.
• Tighten the muscle on top of your thigh.
• Do not let your buttock come off the floor/table/bed.
• Do not hold your breath.

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