RESULTS: Knee extension significantly improved from a mean deficit of 10° to 3° and knee flexion significantly improved from a mean deficit of 19° to 9°. The IKDC survey scores significantly improved from a mean of 34.5 points to 70.5 points 1 year after beginning treatment. The IKDC subjective pain frequency and severity scores were significantly improved.
CONCLUSIONS: A rehabilitation program that improves knee range of motion can relieve pain and improve function for patients with a deconditioned knee.