Quadriceps (Thigh) Strengthening Exercise
- While sitting in a chair, straighten your leg and hold for 6 seconds. Then lower your leg and rest for up to 10 seconds.
- Repeat 8 to 12 times with each leg.
Do every day, up to 3 times a day.
- When
this thigh-strengthening exercise becomes easy, you can add a light weight to
your ankle.
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By
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Healthwise Staff |
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Primary Medical Reviewer
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Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine |
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Specialist Medical Reviewer
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David A. Fleckenstein, MPT - Physical Therapy |
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Last Revised
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April 8, 2011 |
Last Revised:
April 8, 2011
Author:
Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine & David A. Fleckenstein, MPT - Physical Therapy