Having Surgery - Need Help

Wendysworld13

I am having my left hand operated on for a carpal tunnel release. My doctor wants me out of work for 2 weeks - fat chance of that happening. I figure I will just pretend I am single handed and do nothing with my hand (NOT MY dominant hand) as it recovers. I am out of pool classes til stitches come out (2 weeks). I need help - what can I do? I need to exercise so I don't rebound. I have been losing 1 - 2 pounds a week and this is the first time I have any real motivation to do anything. Walking will work, but I can't do too much cause it takes so much time to burn so few calories. HELP anyone??

JennBennett410

I might be in a similar boat for my knee in a few weeks. I am going to try to watch my food intake and increase my water. I am also going to do as much as I can with what I can!
GOOD LUCK!

Flyntiggr

Bike? Can you borrow a stationary trainer from someone for a bit?

luppic8

Treadmill, Elliptical or Cycling!

PediDocChicago

recumbent bike would probably be safest. no stress on your hand or risk of falling on it, but still good workout. good luck. its only a few weeks, you need that hand!

sanura

great suggestions so far, you can also do some strength training like lunges and squats, and some ab work.