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Hoovermom — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 14:57:35 GMT

I am having trouble with some knee issues, not ready for any surgery. My ortho doctor said to exercise my muscles at the knee for support of my legs. He suggested a leg exerciser (not the motorized ones). I have seen the ellipse mentioned on the wellness forums. Can anyone give a recommendation?

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chessylady — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 15:07:21 GMT

I have a deskcycle. It sits on the floor in front of your chair. It is like pedaling a bicycle without handles or a seat. It is not electrical but has an internal flywheel. You can adjust the tension from 1-10. It tracks time, distance, etc. It is quiet and you can pedal while watching TV. I recommend it.

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Hoovermom — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 15:21:14 GMT

@chessylady wrote:
I have a deskcycle. It sits on the floor in front of your chair. It is like pedaling a bicycle without handles or a seat. It is not electrical but has an internal flywheel. You can adjust the tension from 1-10. It tracks time, distance, etc. It is quiet and you can pedal while watching TV. I recommend it.

@chessylady Is that the brand name ?????/

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chessylady — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:05:27 GMT

Yes, it is a DeskCycle 2 that I have.

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Still Raining — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:27:09 GMT

Also ask your physical therapist, they should have some suggestions after they do your flexing measurements.

Mine had some thoughts about the lateral heel structure in my shoes. He wanted more support then I was used to.

Hope you feel better soon.

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Hoovermom — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:50:29 GMT

@Still Raining wrote:
Also ask your physical therapist, they should have some suggestions after they do your flexing measurements.

Mine had some thoughts about the lateral heel structure in my shoes. He wanted more support then I was used to.

Hope you feel better soon.

Thank you @Still Raining ... that is also part of the process. I will confer with them also.

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m0rgan — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:58:05 GMT

I had knee issues and after physical therapy I got a personal trainer. I work out twice a week and at this point I do upper body one day a week and lower body one day a week. I also walk about 3 miles (trying) twice a week. It is good for your whole self. Can be a little expensive but well worth it for my health. I am 78 and have very little pain anywhere in my body. The personal trainer knows just how much you need to keep the knees working. Good luck

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Nightowlz — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 18:22:17 GMT

I have been having trouble with my left knee. I used to walk 5 miles per day. I can no longer do that. When I do my knee gets so swollen I can't walk.

I have been using RLT (red light therapy) which really helps or I probably wouldn't be able to walk.

I started taking 1 tsp of CBD/CBG just over 2 wks ago. I notice in the morning after I take it my knee doesn't hurt much at all. I can walk with no pain. By the end of the day if I'm on my feet all day my knee is hurting. I use the RLT pad. I use the RLT daily regardless.

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Hoovermom — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 18:37:14 GMT

@m0rgan wrote:
I had knee issues and after physical therapy I got a personal trainer. I work out twice a week and at this point I do upper body one day a week and lower body one day a week. I also walk about 3 miles (trying) twice a week. It is good for your whole self. Can be a little expensive but well worth it for my health. I am 78 and have very little pain anywhere in my body. The personal trainer knows just how much you need to keep the knees working. Good luck

@m0rgan : Thanks.........mine started after working out with a personal trainer (has trained celebrities)/classes and putting too much strain on my knees and other parts of my body. I actually had a scope done on my right knee. I was advised yesterday to avoid walking until my knee gets stronger and look for a non-motorized leg exerciser.

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Hoovermom — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 18:39:27 GMT

@Nightowlz wrote:
I have been having trouble with my left knee. I used to walk 5 miles per day. I can no longer do that. When I do my knee gets so swollen I can't walk.
I have been using RLT (red light therapy) which really helps or I probably wouldn't be able to walk.
I started taking 1 tsp of CBD/CBG just over 2 wks ago. I notice in the morning after I take it my knee doesn't hurt much at all. I can walk with no pain. By the end of the day if I'm on my feet all day my knee is hurting. I use the RLT pad. I use the RLT daily regardless.

@Nightowlz ... thank you. I did get cortisone shots yesterday and will see how long that lasts along with the PT and getting the leg exerciser. Not sure about CBD/CBG...not familiar with that. Best of luck on your journey.

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bikerbabe — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 18:49:50 GMT

I would say be careful and test an elliptical first. They do not all have the same motion and I found one style made my knees worse whereas a different one was fine.

You could also try a bike. I would definitely consult PT for suggestions.

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Hoovermom — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 19:03:07 GMT

@bikerbabe wrote:
I would say be careful and test an elliptical first. They do not all have the same motion and I found one style made my knees worse whereas a different one was fine.

You could also try a bike. I would definitely consult PT for suggestions.

@bikerbabe : Thanks......I am going to PT for recommendations and help.

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JerseyGirl44 — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 19:05:50 GMT

Ever tried the "rooster shots"? It's actually a medication called Gelsyn injected in your knee or knees each week for 3 injections total. I've been doing this for several years, every 6 months and it really helps a LOT! Doesn't work for everybody but it's kept me from having to have surgery.

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Hoovermom — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 19:32:18 GMT

@JerseyGirl44 wrote:
Ever tried the "rooster shots"? It's actually a medication called Gelsyn injected in your knee or knees each week for 3 injections total. I've been doing this for several years, every 6 months and it really helps a LOT! Doesn't work for everybody but it's kept me from having to have surgery.

@JerseyGirl44 : Gel injections are on the books....trying to see how this other shot works and return in about 6 weeks after PT and exercise machine. They say I am a long way from surgery since there is still space between my bones. Thanks you.

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tansy — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 19:42:17 GMT

What about a recumbent exercise bike? That's what I used before and after my knee replacements.

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Kachina624 — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 21:03:15 GMT

@Hoovermom. Just a suggestion....try the device you get before you buy it.

I'm almost 15 years past due for a knee replacement, so it's very painful at times.

I went to PT for something else. Just for kicks I tried a stationary bike. It was extremely painful, so much so that I couldn't do a full revolution.

I was glad I hadn't bought one of the devices with a circular motion.

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Hoovermom — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 21:40:45 GMT

@Kachina624 wrote:
@Hoovermom. Just a suggestion....try the device you get before you buy it.

I'm almost 15 years past due for a knee replacement, so it's very painful at times.

I went to PT for something else. Just for kicks I tried a stationary bike. It was extremely painful, so much so that I couldn't do a full revolution.

I was glad I hadn't bought one of the devices with a circular motion.

@Kachina624 : Thank you but no stationary bike but getting recommendations from PT at my appointment. My knee is not ready for surgery so I do have a great range of motion just experience pain at some parts of the day.