Gary N. Posted September 21, 2014 Share #1 Posted September 21, 2014 12 weeks since I got my new knee and I went for a good ride today. Only about three hours off and on but no issues. My knee is still pretty stiff and it is worse when I stay in the same position for too long, like sitting on the bike. So I stopped often and got off and didn't have any problems. I was hoping to do a fall bike trip but I'm really not ready yet and Mary has no plans to get on the bike with me yet either. So next week we are trying a bus trip to the Cape Cod area. This will be a new experience for us. Hope it works out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calperin Posted September 21, 2014 Share #2 Posted September 21, 2014 Gary, Glad to hear about your recovery. I had a car accident last year that broke my knee too, and it toke me around 6 months until I was in a mood to ride again. Was painful at the beginning but now I'm Ok. Hope to see you soon. Carlos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nemo Posted September 21, 2014 Share #3 Posted September 21, 2014 I found that the best exercise after my knee replaced was riding my bicycle. At first it really hurt and I had to actually slide my hips over in order for the knee to bend far enough. After continuing, the knee slowly limbered up and rode with ease. Each day, for awhile, I had to repeat the process until finally it all worked perfect again. Just takes awhile. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry.B Posted September 21, 2014 Share #4 Posted September 21, 2014 Good to Hear your back in the saddle again give it Time it will come :thumbsup2:We still need to meet up for a coffee sometime Barry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saddlebum Posted September 21, 2014 Share #5 Posted September 21, 2014 Glad to hear you were able to ride again. Keep up the exercises as well. Very important to keep that knee moving. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leo3wheel Posted September 21, 2014 Share #6 Posted September 21, 2014 Gary, Glad you're back in the saddle. Wishing you a speedy recovery! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReinyRooster Posted September 21, 2014 Share #7 Posted September 21, 2014 Way to go Gary. Enjoy the east coast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cowpuc Posted September 21, 2014 Share #8 Posted September 21, 2014 Even with some stiffness, getting back on your bike HAD to feel great!! Congrats Gary!! Hope you folks have a wonderful time on your Cape Cod journey!! Puc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Posted September 21, 2014 Share #9 Posted September 21, 2014 Good for you Gary , I know personally about having to stay away from the bike from doctors orders. They they think they know everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogman Posted September 21, 2014 Share #10 Posted September 21, 2014 Gary, that is great news. Keep pushing yourself, but at the same time listening to what your body is telling you. Have a great trip on the bus and see all of the beauty. Especially don't forget the one sitting beside you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrench Posted September 21, 2014 Share #11 Posted September 21, 2014 That's good news Gary, good for you! Three weeks from tomorrow and I'll be getting my new hip. The wife and I just got back Thursday from a 1300 mile trip with another couple. The hip is sore, but not nearly as much as I expected, we averaged about 200 miles a day so that helped some too. Good luck to you on the trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evan Posted September 21, 2014 Share #12 Posted September 21, 2014 Great news Gary. Hope your progress continues so Mary and you both fell comfortable back in the saddle, together. Also hope you enjoy you trip to Cape Cod and we are looking forward to your next visit here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary N. Posted September 21, 2014 Author Share #13 Posted September 21, 2014 Great news Gary. Hope your progress continues so Mary and you both fell comfortable back in the saddle, together. Also hope you enjoy you trip to Cape Cod and we are looking forward to your next visit here. Maybe soon Evan. We are long over due. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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