Exercise with broken collar bone?

PaulaDygert
PaulaDygert Posts: 148 Member
edited September 21 in Fitness and Exercise
So 2 years ago I broke my collar bone in a car accident, went to the doctor yesterday and found out it didn't heal correctly and I have to have a plate and screws put in. The doctor told me to take it easy on that area of my body, I have been exercising on it but it has caused discomfort and the bones have a little movement. So my question is would you please suggest some exercises I can do that don't involve the movement of my left arm for now and after surgery. Thank you in advance.

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  • angelwings1974
    angelwings1974 Posts: 3 Member
    You can do leg exercises, or walking. treadmill with increased incline or the bike would be good
  • kennedar
    kennedar Posts: 306 Member
    You could do an elliptical without using the arm part. You wont burn as many calories but you will still be getting some exercise. I second the idea of a recumbant bike as well. My other thought would be some exercise DVD's or wii fit games, that way you can control how much you use that arm without feeling silly.
  • PaulaDygert
    PaulaDygert Posts: 148 Member
    Thank you that gives me a few ideas
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