Knee Surgery Exercise Videos
Mr Nahas made these videos to show exercises commonly used before and after knee surgery. Your surgeon or physiotherapist will tell you which ones suit you and when to start them.
Important: Always Consult Your Surgeon or Physiotherapist
These exercise videos are for educational purposes. Your individual recovery protocol should be determined by your surgeon and physiotherapy team based on your specific surgery, healing progress, and overall health. Never begin any exercise without professional clearance.
Easy
Foundational exercises to build basic strength and mobility
Calf raises
A basic calf strengthening exercise used after knee surgery, including ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair and knee replacement.
Knee extension (quadriceps)
A gentle knee extension exercise to strengthen the quadriceps, used early in recovery.
Knee flexion (hamstrings)
A hamstring exercise to help regain knee bend after surgery.
Medium
Progressive exercises to build strength and functional movement
Calf raise progressions
Harder calf strengthening exercises for the middle stage of recovery.
Hamstring floss (mobility)
A hamstring mobility exercise to improve flexibility after knee surgery.
Knee extension variations
Harder knee extension variations to build quadriceps strength.
Knee flexion variations
Knee flexion variations to improve range of movement and muscle control.
Wall sit
A wall sit to build quadriceps strength and endurance.
Hard
Exercises for the later stages of recovery and return to activity
Side plank
A core strengthening exercise often used later in recovery, including before returning to sport.
Forward lunge
A forward lunge to build strength, balance and confidence in the later stages of recovery.
Reverse lunge
A reverse lunge to build knee strength and stability in the final stage of recovery.
Related Recovery Resources
Prehab & Rehab Protocols
Detailed protocols for preparing for and recovering from knee surgery
Return to Sport Guidance
Safe progression back to athletic activities after knee surgery
ACL Recovery Timeline
Week-by-week guide to ACL reconstruction recovery milestones
Need Personalised Rehabilitation Guidance?
Mr Sam Nahas works closely with experienced physiotherapists to create tailored recovery programs for each patient. Book a consultation to discuss your specific needs.