cfcjim Posted March 24, 2015 Posted March 24, 2015 Hey all, I'm going into hospital tonight ready to have a total hip replacement tomorrow. I don't have an IDT so I was wondering which do you guys think is better, a stationary exercise bike or an IDT for post op recovery; obviously only once the doc says it's ok. Any advice would be appreciated as Internet searches have not been terribly conclusive. Cheers.
DIPSLICK Posted March 24, 2015 Posted March 24, 2015 i would ask my bio/physio i am going to use after my op, they would know and understand your needs best,
SwissVan Posted March 24, 2015 Posted March 24, 2015 Hey all, I'm going into hospital tonight ready to have a total hip replacement tomorrow. I don't have an IDT so I was wondering which do you guys think is better, a stationary exercise bike or an IDT for post op recovery; obviously only once the doc says it's ok. Any advice would be appreciated as Internet searches have not been terribly conclusive. Cheers.Good luck with the opFrom my experience (my mom has had 5 of them) and her Dr told her that cycling is not recommended at all. IMO a gym type exercise bike would be better as they are more adjustable. As Dips says tho, consult with your Dr / physio first and listen to what they say.
RudoJ Posted March 24, 2015 Posted March 24, 2015 I don't think either one would be bad.But good luck for your op and heal soon
Noshow Posted March 24, 2015 Posted March 24, 2015 Speak to the doc and physio, but my Dad was advised against any pedalling for quite a while. Build up to long walks before anything else.
lechatnoir Posted March 24, 2015 Posted March 24, 2015 I would say one of those seated gym bikes - more of the recumbant type. I would avoid a fixed wheel bike as if you need to stop pedaling you won't want a flywheel pulling your leg through. I've had arthroscopic surgery on my hip and range of motion took a while to come back, and 5 years later, it's still hampering me. good luck, and make sure you stick with the rehab 100%
emme Posted March 24, 2015 Posted March 24, 2015 Had one 6 weeks ago. Getting quite mobile now (walking without a crutch,not limping anymore,driving a car). The physio will give you a list of exercises to regain mobility.This excludes cycling... I am starting to walk in swimmingpool at gym to build up strength. The only info I could find from internet was you need to sit up very straight on stationary bike with leg 100% straight.You must also start by pedalling backwards with no resistance. I started going to biokineticist after 4 weeks to speed up recovery. Best of luck with op.You appreciate mobility again as you regain it.
tombeej Posted March 24, 2015 Posted March 24, 2015 Virgin Active have these funny eliptical trainers (called the 'Vario'). Note its not the same as a standard eliptical trainer. The Vario allows for a wide range of motions and you feel like you are walking on air with zero stress on joints. It has always been the thing I revert back to when I'm injured. Brilliant machine. I agree, cycling is most likely not the sport you should be using for recovery.
Kranswurm Posted March 24, 2015 Posted March 24, 2015 Cycling is recommended for post hip replacement rehab The problem with the IDT is the stabilty of the bike when you get on and off.You will find many challenges going up and down stairs or climbing on to things. I borrowed a spinning bike and it was nice and heavy so I could put my weight on it when climbing on and off. I was on the Spinning bike within 6 weeks and on my MTB at 10 weeks
DIPSLICK Posted March 24, 2015 Posted March 24, 2015 Cycling is recommended for post hip replacement rehab The problem with the IDT is the stabilty of the bike when you get on and off.You will find many challenges going up and down stairs or climbing on to things. I borrowed a spinning bike and it was nice and heavy so I could put my weight on it when climbing on and off. I was on the Spinning bike within 6 weeks and on my MTB at 10 weeksi would have thought the momentem of the flywheel would be a big NO NO so early 10 weeks mtb, thats impressive
Kranswurm Posted March 24, 2015 Posted March 24, 2015 i would have thought the momentem of the flywheel would be a big NO NO so early 10 weeks mtb, thats impressiveIts not as if you go flat out .You start slowly and increase dailyI was back at work after 6 weeksMore important is the exercises you do off the bikeI was ready to do the Fish River Canyon Hike after 6 months.Then I f**cked it all up on a squash court
solo65 Posted March 24, 2015 Posted March 24, 2015 I had a hip replacement 18 months ago. Follow your doctors orders and you will be okay. I used a stationary bike after 6 weeks for some gentle spinning and was back on my bike after 12 weeks. Look forward to a new lease of life and being pain free. Good luck with the op. For what it's worth one of the things that I don't remember from the op is being in pain. Of all the procedures I have had done this was by far the least painful.
DIPSLICK Posted March 24, 2015 Posted March 24, 2015 I had a hip replacement 18 months ago. Follow your doctors orders and you will be okay. I used a stationary bike after 6 weeks for some gentle spinning and was back on my bike after 12 weeks. Look forward to a new lease of life and being pain free. Good luck with the op. For what it's worth one of the things that I don't remember from the op is being in pain. Of all the procedures I have had done this was by far the least painful.ive heard that a few times, my mind just cant get around that with my non existant medical back ground all i think is a HIP REPLACEMENT that brings tears to my eyes surely its a huge procedure
Sepia Posted March 24, 2015 Posted March 24, 2015 Best of luck. Getting on and off the IDT is the worst part. Otherwise just do it. SLOWLY to start off with. Listen to your body. It is definitely possible to ride after the op!
solo65 Posted March 24, 2015 Posted March 24, 2015 ive heard that a few times, my mind just cant get around that with my non existant medical back ground all i think is a HIP REPLACEMENT that brings tears to my eyes surely its a huge procedureIt is big but the anaesthetic is mainly epidural with a light general to put you out for the op. You are awake and able to understand what is going on very quickly after the procedure. The epidural is left in for about 36 hours so you feel very little below the waist for the first two days. I guess during this time the body gets over what has happened. It is no picnic but completely bearable. I had no more pain tablets after 2 weeks. It's amazing. My biggest regret is limping around for two years because I was scared of going for the op.
DIPSLICK Posted March 24, 2015 Posted March 24, 2015 It is big but the anaesthetic is mainly epidural with a light general to put you out for the op. You are awake and able to understand what is going on very quickly after the procedure. The epidural is left in for about 36 hours so you feel very little below the waist for the first two days. I guess during this time the body gets over what has happened. It is no picnic but completely bearable. I had no more pain tablets after 2 weeks. It's amazing. My biggest regret is limping around for two years because I was scared of going for the op.that would be me,,,,,,but mine would read MY BIGGEST REGRET.......10 YEARS BECAUSE I WAS TO SCARED
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