Quadriceps Strengthening Exercises
for Knee Pain
Strengthening the quadriceps is the cornerstone of conservative knee pain management — reducing joint load, improving stability, and significantly reducing pain in osteoarthritis and patellofemoral syndrome.
How it works
The quadriceps provide dynamic stabilisation of the knee, reducing peak joint contact forces. Weak quadriceps increase the load transmitted through cartilage and the patellofemoral joint during activity.
What to watch for
Start with low-load exercises (straight leg raises, short arc quads) and progress to closed-chain exercises (mini-squats, step-ups) as strength increases. Pain guidance: mild discomfort is acceptable, sharp pain is not.
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