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Quad set
- Sit or lie down on a firm surface or the floor with your affected leg straight. Place a small, rolled-up towel under your knee.
- Tighten the thigh muscles of your straight leg by pressing the back of your knee down into the towel.
- Hold for about 6 seconds, then rest.
- Repeat 8 to 12 times.
- It's a good idea to repeat these steps with your other leg.
Current as of: May 1, 2026
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