Exercise after getting Harrington Rods?

[Guest guest]

Hello,

I was wondering what is safe as far as exercise after the placement of the rods.

I've got 2 rods from T4 to L5, my surgery was June 22, 2010. I've been doing a

lot of walking but would love to do something different. I was told to only

walk the last time I saw my surgeon (3 months ago for my 6 mo. checkup). Does

anyone know if it's safe to ride an eliptical bike or stairmaster?

Thank You,

Roxanne

[Guest guest]

My surgeon told me to be sure not to never bring the knees closer to my body

than the L position. Anything more puts a strain on the fusion.

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From: Roxanne <roxannebauer@...>

Scoliosis Treatment

Sent: Thu, March 10, 2011 2:26:24 PM

Subject: Exercise after getting Harrington Rods?

 

Hello,

I was wondering what is safe as far as exercise after the placement of the rods.

I've got 2 rods from T4 to L5, my surgery was June 22, 2010. I've been doing a

lot of walking but would love to do something different. I was told to only walk

the last time I saw my surgeon (3 months ago for my 6 mo. checkup). Does anyone

know if it's safe to ride an eliptical bike or stairmaster?

Thank You,

Roxanne