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Build strength and endurance

At this late phase of the Rehab Cycle, the cross-trainer and the treadmill can be useful for building up strength and endurance. Also longer walks, swimming and cycling are all helpful, as long as the knee is comfortable with the amount you do.

Updated: 19 Apr, 2013
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Dr Sheila Strover

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Dr Sheila Strover is the founder of the KNEEguru website. Although not a knee surgeon, she has a sound understanding of knee surgery and rehabilitation acquired during her years as an anaesthetist, a knee...

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