Full squats (supported) are knee rehabilitation exercises to stregthen the quads and hamstrings.

 

Only for advanced rehab or when training

Mini squats and partial squats are preferable to full squats, because full squats may stress the meniscus. Full squats, even if supported, are inappropriate for normal knee rehabilitation. The 'form' of a full squat is very important, with the feet a small distance apart and the knees must not go in front of the toes.

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Dr Sheila Strover (Editor)
BSc (Hons), MB BCh, MBA

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