Anyone have knee replacements?

gloriahellsund
gloriahellsund Posts: 2 Member
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Need help with exercise that I can do safely with knee replacements.

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  • yxba
    yxba Posts: 33 Member
    I’m recently diagnosed with arthritis in both knees at age 37 due mostly to obesity. I’ve been swimming every day since I found out and personally I recommend it because it’s low intensity.
  • LyndaBSS
    LyndaBSS Posts: 6,964 Member
    edited July 2019
    I've had both knees replaced. I know I was told not to run, there were no other exercises I was warned about. I probably wouldn't do heavy leg presses. I also find it extremely painful to kneel. My Ortho said that's the one thing that will never change and that the Orthos haven't figured out a way around that yet.
  • aziz_n1
    aziz_n1 Posts: 140 Member
    I would speak/listen to the Physios responsible for your rehab post surgery. Also, might be worth booking a few sessions with an experienced PT at your gym. If you do the exercises that are recommended, there is not a lot you won’t be able to do.
    Using a bike set on low/medium resistance is also great. Gets the knees moving without the impact loading that jogging would result in. Also, very important to get into a stretching routine. Loads of good informative videos on YT.
    For inspiration, I look to a fellow squash player at my club. Had his left knee replaced about 3yrs ago. Back on the court playing to a good level 6months post surgery. He is now in his mid 70’s and very fit & active. Still playing. About to have his right knee replaced this week.

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