Is it dangerous to exercise after having a total joint replacement?
Normal, healthy levels of activity will not damage your prosthesis or joint replacement. In fact, to take full advantage of the surgery, you must stay active for the rest of your life. If you aren’t active, your muscles will weaken, which will increase your risk of falling. Falls are a leading cause of repeat surgeries. • Exercise makes you feel good. Regular exercise can reduce stress and give you a more positive outlook on life. The reason people exercise regularly is that “it makes you feel good.” • Moderate physical activity works. It’s a myth that to be physically fit you have to exercise hard for long periods of time. Experts agree that physical activity doesn’t have to be vigorous to improve your health. The key is to feel your lungs, heart, and muscles working harder, but not too hard. • It all adds up. Physicians recommend at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity daily, or on most days of the week. You don’t need to be active for 30 minutes at a time. The 30 minutes c
