bigruss Posted July 6, 2009 Share Posted July 6, 2009 So Im having surgery on my left knee for a torn ACL on Wednesday, but I still want to be active or atleast not completely inactive. I know physical therapy will start very soon after surgery but Ive been so lazy since the injury (8 days ago). What exercises do you guys think I can do with a stiff leg (from the swelling, and yes, that sounds like a boner), is it safe for me to still lift at the gym? Im fine walking, with a bit of a limp, but stairs are very slow and the leg obviously has very little flexibility so even getting in the position for sit-ups is too hard. Any suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shipps Posted July 6, 2009 Share Posted July 6, 2009 This was brought up recently...Richard Simmons chair exercises. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted July 11, 2009 Share Posted July 11, 2009 For an ACL tear, physical therapy is a GREAT start. Commit to it. You have to for that type of injury. You will probably work out hamstrings and quads awhile before doing side to side movements. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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