What is short-arc quad?

Short-Arc Quad

Short-arc quad

Short-arc quad exercise
  1. Lie on your back with your knees bent over a foam roll or large rolled-up towel and your heels on the floor.
  2. Lift the lower part of your affected leg until your leg is straight. Keep the back of your knee on the foam roll or towel.
  3. Hold your leg straight for about 6 seconds, then slowly bend your knee and lower your heel back to the floor. Rest for up to 10 seconds between repetitions.
  4. Repeat 8 to 12 times.

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