Assisted Knee Extension Stretch
Helps the knee straighten fully.
What it helps
Gently coaxes the knee toward fully straight — important for a normal, efficient stride.
How to do it
- Support your heel on a rolled towel.
- Let the knee relax downward toward straight.
Commonly done as directed.
Where this appears in recovery
Assisted Knee Extension Stretch is part of 4 recovery programs, typically in the before surgery and phase 1 stage. Each program shows how it fits alongside the other movements:
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These are general exercise guides, not a personal prescription. The repetitions and frequency shown are what's commonly used — your own surgeon or therapist may advise something different, and their guidance comes first.