Post operative exercise... Help!!

[pinky8484]

Hi everyone,

I recently had an ACL reconstruction on my left knee (2 weeks ago) and finding it very hard not being able to run/walk around. I am usually extremely active and love running, walking and all types of sports. My weight loss to date is 7.2 kilos in 4 weeks.

I was just wondering if anyone knew of any exercise(s) that I could possibly do whilst recovering from my surgery. I am going insane from not being able to get my butt off the couch!!!

Thanks everyone

katie

 

[maleficent]

When do you start physical therapy for your knee?

Unless you doctor says it's OK, then I wouldn't do much to tax the knee...


Upper body exercises you could do thoughI'm sure... Work with free weights?

 

[pinky8484]

I started physiotherapy this week which involved hydrotherapy and light cycling which i have found to be fine. I am just looking for something to do to accelerate my weight loss and prevent me from putting any weight back on!!