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Biking and torn ACL?

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GEORGEzimmerman
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I'm getting my acl reconstructed and I'm desperate for shit to do is biking bad for it?
Jul 20 2012 1:45PM
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Nate_Doggg
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my family friend used a stand still bike to help with her physical therapy
Jul 20 2012 1:57PM
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Sulli
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Bike as much as you can pre surjury, and then as soon as you can after.  Use the bike at first to increase ROM, then as you feel better start using a higher resistance to strengthen knee, and regain cardio endurance.  Biking is great for your knee
Jul 20 2012 2:25PM
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TonyTheTiger
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Yes, since it doesn't involve sidways movement and high impacts on the knees it is a good sport for pre-op and rehab. However, keep it to road biking and gear in lower speeds so you focus on movement rather than sheer force. Don't go ride a fixed gear.
Jul 20 2012 2:28PM
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GEORGEzimmerman
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i downhill which i obviously can't do but what about simple trail riding
Jul 20 2012 2:30PM
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james6345789
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But fixes are so hip and practical!
Jul 20 2012 2:32PM
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B.Aussie
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You won't be able to trail ride for a couple of months depending on your PT's thoughts on 'risky' activities. But you'll be able to ride a stationary bike at around 4-6 weeks and then ride on the road as soon as that is confortable. Then you'll slowly build up to trail riding then high intensity cross country then dh.
Jul 20 2012 10:39PM
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Blake.P
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you will be able to ride a stationary sooner than 4-6 weeks. i think its common to be on a stationary a few days post op.
Jul 20 2012 11:48PM
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B.Aussie
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Depends if he's getting patella or hamstring graft. Hamstring graft usually takes 4-6 weeks.
Jul 20 2012 11:55PM
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