Table 1 Strengthening exercises
Both groups | ||
1. Knee extensor (front knee strength) | Ankle cuff weights are used to provide resistance to the muscles and 10 repetitions of each exercise are carried out | |
2. Knee flexor (back knee strength); Hip abductor (side hip strength) | ||
Low intensity group | High intensity group | |
3. Ankle plantar-flexors (calf raises) | 10 repetitions, hold support | 10 repetitions, no support |
4. Ankle dorsi-flexor (toe raises) | ||