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Cross trainer?

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ruth39320
ruth39320

Hi folks

I’m doing really well, just over 6 weeks post op, am I ok to start walking in a swimming pool and can I get on a cross trainer? Can anyone help with suggestions please

oh! I am walking about 3 mile aday

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  • lesley_ann_53
    lesley_ann_53 ruth39320

    Posted

    Hi Ruth that's a lot 3 mile a day at 6 weeks did you have TKR I was on cross trainer at physio gently does it 😀

    • ruth39320
      ruth39320 lesley_ann_53

      Posted

      Hi Lesley I walked in pool and walked with dog and now suffering! So going to back off slightly 

      thanks for advice 

  • debs23
    debs23 ruth39320

    Posted

    I was told not to go swimming until 3 months post op and only do physio exercises. I am 9 weeks now. I went on a cross trainer yesterday and today my knee is swollen and very painful. I start back at work tomorrow too 😱

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