| Re: Riding With Shiny New Titanium Joints!
"Dan Daniel" wrote: (clip)I appreciate any information and/or help with my
question.
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I had my right hip replaced last September, and I was urged to ride a
stationary bike as part of the recovery therapy. As you know, there are a
number of restrictions on your hip during recovery--the 90 degree angle is
one of them. I was given to understand that this limit is relaxed as your
hip heals and the muscles become strong again. It has nothing in particular
to do with bicycles--it applies to tying your shoes, bending over to pick
things up, and your movements in general. It seems to me that by now, after
two years, you should be able to do just about anything you want. Of
course, your case may be different than mine, so you should go by what your
surgeon says.
But, a couple of things I was warned about are worth mentioning. DO NOT
take any bad falls. Your replacement hips are more easily broken than the
originals. If you damage one of your new hips, the repair may be very tough
For this reason, I no longer use my SPD pedals. I think it is important to
be able to use your feet in an emergency.
If you are required to observe the 90 degree limit, be sure your seat is not
too low, and your crank arms are not too long.
Ain't it wonderful to be back on a bike? And no more pain!
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