| Therapeutic exercise | Frequency | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Stretching | ||
| • Hamstring, Gastroc soleus and iliotibial band stretches in standing | Twice /day | 3 sets × 40 sec hold (10minutes) |
| Strengthening (with cuffed weights- 2 Kg or 60% of 1 RM) | ||
| • Exercises as in previous phase | ||
| Closed Chain Activity | ||
| • Front lunge and partial squats | Thrice /day | 3 sets × 30 reps |
| Balance Training | ||
| • Obstacle walking | ||
| • Tandem walking, shuttle walking | ||
| • Figure of 8 walk | Thrice /day | 3 sets × 30 reps |
| • Perturbation training | ||
| Functional Training | ||
| • Reciprocal stair ascent/descent | ||
| Aerobic Conditioning | ||
| • Walking | Twice/day | |
| • Stationary cycling with resistance | ||
| Functional activities | Independent ambulation Reciprocal Stair ascent and descent |
|
| Outcomes measured | Walking distance using six minute walk test Joint specific outcome measure Quality of life –SF36 Balance test measures |
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