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6weeks acl hamstring graft, extension lag 30 deg, able to flex till 100, difficult to climb up stairs, pt says vmo is weak ,using brace. kindly advise?

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Dr. Warren Strudwick answered

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Continue. PT: Continue with consistent physical therapy concentrating on gaining extension. Discontinue brace if you have adequate quadriceps strength to do a strong straight leg raise. Check in with your surgeon on a regular basis to alter this plan at necessary

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Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

6weeks acl hamstring graft, extension lag 30 deg, able to flex till 100, difficult to climb up stairs, pt says vmo is weak ,using brace. kindly advise?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Warren Strudwick answered

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

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