PROPHYSIOTHERAPY
Physio-Approved Exercise

How to do Terminal Knee Extensions with Band

Knee
Intermediate
Resistance Band
3 sets of 15 reps
Reviewed by Dr. Jahirul (J) Mazumdar, BPT · 11 July 2026

Loop a band around a sturdy anchor behind you and behind your knee.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1
    Loop a band around a sturdy anchor behind you and behind your knee.
  2. 2
    Step forward with slight tension.
  3. 3
    Straighten the knee fully against the band tension. Hold 2 seconds.
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Do
  • Lock the knee out
Don't
  • Do not hyperextend
Clinically used for
ACL RehabPost-Surgical Knee RecoveryOsteoarthritis Knee

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