Before eliminating open chain exercise from post-op rehabilitation, the
following article (and related pieces by same authors) is worth reading and
pondering.
Snyder-Mackler, L., Delitto, A., Bailey, S.L., & Stralka, S.W. (1995).
Strength of the quadriceps femoris muscle and functional recovery after
reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament. Journal of Bone and
Joint Surgery, 77-A, 1166-1173.
gerri pellecchia
assistant professor of physical therapy
university of hartford
west hartford, ct 06117
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