DJD Arthritis to the Leg

Definition:
Arthritis characterized by erosion of articular cartilage of the leg, which becomes soft, frayed, and thinned with eburnation of subchondral bone and outgrowths of marginal osteophytes; pain and loss of function result.

Symptoms
  • Pain in the leg
  • Loss of ROM in the leg
  • Stiffness in the leg
Causes
  • Wear and tear
  • Post-traumatic arthritis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
Treatment
  • ROM and stretching to the leg
  • Lower extremity stabilization exercises
  • Lower extremity strengthening exercises
DJD Arthritis to the Leg Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Adductor Straddle
  • Lotus
  • Sit On Feet
  • Slant Board Straight Knee
  • Vmo Sets 30 60 90
  • Single Leg Balance
  • Sit Up Squat
  • Stationary Bike

DJD Arthritis to the Leg Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Step Overs
  • Wall Sits
  • Gait II
  • Step Downs
  • Single Leg Bridge
  • Sit On Feet
  • Passive Knee Extension

DJD Arthritis to the Leg Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Step Overs
  • Lunge Matrix
  • Speed Skaters
  • Single Leg Sit Up Squat
  • 3-dot Squat 2 Hands
  • Single Leg Lateral Box Jump
  • Single Leg Hop On Dina Disc
  • Single Leg Tuck Jump