Meniscus Tear – Rehabilitation Exercises

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Clam exercises target hi abductors. This can strengthen gluteus minimus and gluteus medius muscles. Start with lying on the uninjured side. Stack your hips on top of the other side and bend both knees at a 45-degree angle. Make sure to engage your core muscles. Stabilize with the top arm, while resting the head on the lower arm. Raise the top knee slowly without moving the pelvis and lower back. Return to the starting position. Perform 2 or 3 sets with 8 to 10 reps each set. [5]

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