“Is an exercise bike good after knee replacement?”
I had a knee replacement surgery 10 days ago. I want to know if an exercise bike is good after knee replacement?
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Yes, a stationary Bike can be a great way to exercise your knee. Make sure to discuss this with your PT, as you want to get maximum range of motion possible, without putting too much stress on your knee.
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Dr. Sen
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Dr. Sen
Yes, your physical therapist will give advise you when you are ready to go through full revolutions. For now, use the bike as a tool to go through half revolutions and assist your knee bending.
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Hi!! Yes, you can start doing static bike to gain range of motion. One of the main goals after a knee replacement is to maintain the normal movement of the joint. Also the bike will help you to control pain while working out your ROM.
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I would say a bike is essential after a knee replacement. It’s the number 1 research-backed exercise for knees.
I would say a bike is essential after a knee replacement. It’s the number 1 research-backed exercise for knees.
It’s good, but only once the incision is healed and pain is controlled.
Yes, but you will want to rock back and forth within your tolerance, pausing for a couple of seconds each way to get a little extra mobility. Make sure that your stitches are out and the wound is closed prior to really pushing the bending aspect of this. Within your tolerance is important with this.
A stationary bike is an excellent exercise after a knee replacement. It helps with range of motion and strength, and it is low impact. Start with no or very light resistance and gradually increase as you get stronger.
