Best Pre and Post Surgery Knee Exercise

The Best Knee Exercises Pre and Post Surgery

Last Updated on Nov 08, 2021

These are some fantastic exercises that can be done prior to surgery or after surgery to strengthen the muscles supporting the knees.

Andrew Clark

B.Sp.Ex.Sc.,M.Physio.,Cert.Spinal.Man.Tpy., APAM

Andrew Clark is a father of 3 and the owner and principal physiotherapist at Clinical Physiotherapy, St Ives. He graduated with a Masters degree from the University of Sydney in 2010 and has since had 10 years experience working in musculoskeletal private practice. He has undergone extensive professional development and has experience treating a wide variety of patients and musculoskeletal conditions.

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