Re: Exercises before knee replacements
Hi TonyRe: Exercises before knee replacements
Hello Tony Mr Mags had a total knee replacement 18 months ago. At his pre-med he was given a booklet explaining all about the operation, what exercises to do before the actual op to strengthen his muscles. You will hopefully receive one of these booklets too as they also show you what exercises to do after to get you walking properly again.Re: Exercises before knee replacements
Hi Tony.Re: Exercises before knee replacements
When my husband had his knee replacement he did very little exercises for his knees prior as he just couldn't move to do them it was so painful. He did however find exercising after it was most important and he still several years on does his exercises set by the physio each day before he starts work.Re: Exercises before knee replacements
Re: Exercises before knee replacements
Re: Exercises before knee replacements
I have had both of mine done, swimming was what I was advised to do. I srarted on ten lengths and gradually built it up to 32 which is a half mile in a 25metre pool. It built up the muscles above and below the knee and made it stronger for when the operation happens. I still swim 5 days a week as it does my joints good and keeps them supple and free moving.
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