Can you use a rebounder after hip replacement?

Bones, joints and muscles
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I had a replacement hip operation 6 weeks ago. I have a rebounder that I bought several years ago. I am wondering if it is bad to use it ? I asked my doctor at my 6 week check-up and he acted like he never heard of such a thing as a rebounder or mini-trampoline, so he was not sure. I would not bounce crazy high on it, more like just walking or dancing on it but I am thinking that it is probably is not a good idea to ever use it again. I am afraid that even that might mess up my hip. What do you think?

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Hi Catania I dont think its a good idea, as the jumping would mean that you are landing in a odd way and impacting on the new hip really far too soon, also ther is a risk of falling and landing in a silly way, really ...Dont do it, you will regret it I am sure.  Keep in touch but I reierate, use that thing at your peril.... Ian.

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Hi Catania

Interesting.  If it were me I would be wanting tp get significant professional advice before doing this.  A good physiotherapist would be able to give you a view.  In any case, you'd not want to do this until you were completely healed - you'd need more months under the belt I would say before even thinking about this.  

I imagine it's a case of balancing the level of wear you want to put in the new hip.... if I understand rebounding correctly it's putting a lot of pressure on your joints at the bottom of the bounce - I saw a figure quoted of 3x your body weight - so maybe that's all going through your new hip?  On the other hand they claim that it's kinder to your body than running/a treadmill, as it's weight bearing.....

I'd ask a PT!  

Good luck 

Neil x

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I would say no. WIt until 3 months when you can cycle and play golf etc. then you are sure. Just I case. 

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I woudn't use it...A static bicicle is a better option or swimming or walking. Why do you want to use a mini trampoline anyway when in hospital they  tell you not to run or jump?

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Hi Catania,

I would say no no no!!! too much strain on your hips, impact sport of any kind not good,

sorry, hope this helps,

Lynne 

 

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Agree with the rest, do not use it

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You would bend at very awkward angles for your new hip. I went hydro therapy and had to stand on operated leg whilst Physio made waves to unsteady me I had to use small muscle movements to keep myself upright. I could feel the strain on my muscles, and I was in water. Imagine an awkward angle landing and pushing the new hip down at pressure. 

I personally would not use it. 

Carolxx

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My surgeons advice to me was "You can do anything you want ....BUT.... if you do things that are going to impact negatively on your new hip I'll see you back in this office for a revision in five years".

I think it's not about what we do but how to preserve and look after your new friend! I have had to retire from my job working with kids because of the repetitive up and down off the floor all day long, the running, the twisting etc. People with a desk job can go back to work with no problems.

I am using swimming as my main exercise as it's low impact and I think if you keep in mind the 'preservation' bit then you will self govern with what you can and can't do.