Has anyone used a vibration plate to aid rehabilitation after TKR?

Posted 10 years ago, 6 users are following.

mary83072

I was wondering if using a vibration plate would be dangerous after Knee replacement..... I'm 8 weeks post op and would like to be more mobile.....Thanks in advance

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petemorris mary83072

Posted 10 years ago

Ooooh heck...I'm no physician but I would have thought NOoooooo....Wouldn't it stand a chance of making it loose?
- mary83072 petemorris
  
  Posted 10 years ago
  
  Haha.... I'm not sure... but it doesn't vibrate as much as you think.... definitely does work the muscles though.. . i am seeing consultant on weds.. will ask him then.... just wondered before i consigned this dust collecting piece of equipment to the garage. .
jean95756 mary83072

Posted 10 years ago

I think I'd have a word with your GP before using it ...some things do more harm than good
jean
jennifer86104 mary83072

Posted 10 years ago

I agree with Jean. Be interesting to find out what your doctor says though.
yviemx mary83072

Posted 10 years ago

I've got a personal trainer and he says that you should never use the vibration plate machines once you've got a joint replacement.

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