Slow and Low Impact Exercise

mommomlynn

I just got home from my orthopedic specialist....and got news that the Baker Cyst that ruptured in my knee was caused by arthritis....my problem is after walking for a continous 10 to 15 minutes my knee locks and there isn't much they can do for it. Got a cortozone shot...but I am wondering if I go to the gym and just do the treadmill and bike at a slow level any chance it could help with weight loss. Going to do it to keep my joints moving...but sad that I can't do a real workout!

1FITmamaofTWINS

do things that are low impact on the joints such as the elliptical and stationary bike

gatorflyer

Do you have access to a pool? If so, I would suggest that not only for low impact but also for nice burn. I would think that slowing down on a treadmill might prolong the time before it becomes unbearable, but I don't think it would prevent it.

T0RIEELIZABETH

Try water aerobics!!

Meg28

Does your gym have a pool? I highly recommend swimming or even a water aerobics if you feel more comfortable with that. Swimming will provide cardio without any impact.

JennDoesKeto

elliptical is what im doing. i just had a cortisone shot into a lipoma on my back that is pressing on my sciatic nerve. i can't do much else than that. and very slow walking..

SusieB01

They tell me that it does. My rheumatologist told me the last time I saw her that I might need a knee replacement, so I can't do anything too strenuous either. Many people who have arthritis use the elliptical trainer at the gym, but it just didn't seem right for me. If your gym has one, you might try it set at the lowest possible setting. From what I can tell, it really burns calories fast. Oh, and be careful to have the setting correct on your bike. If it isn't right, it can make your knees hurt worse. Believe me, I learned that one by experience! Hopefully there'll be an expert at the gym who can help you, too.

MsKittyCAT

I am a big fan of water aerobics, ask your doctor if they approve and you can get some exercise that way. Wishing you a speedy full recovery!

lizzys

tell your doctor you want to exercise and ask him what is the best for your knees. most of than are exercises buffs

mommomlynn

Thank you everyone for taking the time to answer...great advice...I am going to talk to my doctor and one of the personnel at the gym...unfortunately it doesn't have a pool!