Recovering from a foot, ankle, or lower leg injury doesn’t mean you have to give up on staying active. If you’re using a knee scooter, there are several exercises you can do…

Exercises You Can Do While Using a Knee Scooter

Recovering from a foot, ankle, or lower leg injury doesn’t mean you have to give up on staying active. If you’re using a knee scooter, there are several exercises you can do to keep your body moving and maintain your strength and flexibility. Here are some safe and effective exercises to try out.

Can I Still Work Out My Upper Body?

Absolutely! While your leg is healing, you can focus on upper body exercises. Using light weights or resistance bands while seated can help you work on your arms, shoulders, and back. Try bicep curls, tricep extensions, and shoulder presses. Just make sure you’re seated in a stable position on your knee scooter. Lock the wheels if your knee scooter has that option. 

How Can I Keep My Non-Injured Leg Strong?

It’s important to keep your non-injured leg strong and active. While seated on your knee scooter, you can do leg lifts and extensions with your good leg. Try doing sets of leg raises to the front and side to keep your leg muscles engaged. Just remember that while you should work to keep you non-injured leg strong it’s also important to not overdue your exercises for this leg. Overdoing it can result in short term muscle weakness as your muscles recover. Last thing you need is for your non-injured leg to be so weak that you fall and cause another injury, so take it easy!

Are There Any Core Exercises I Can Do?

Yes, there are! Working on your core is still possible while using a knee scooter. Seated twists are a great way to engage your core muscles. Hold a light weight or just use your arms, and twist your upper body from side to side while keeping your hips facing forward.

Can I Improve My Balance and Coordination?

Working on your balance and coordination is a great idea. While standing on your good leg (and using the knee scooter for support), try balancing exercises like lifting your arms or closing your eyes and touching your nose with alternating arms. Always ensure your in a safe place away from fall hazards in the event that you do loose your balance. Working with a partner and having something to hold onto is also a good idea.

What About Stretching?

Stretching is crucial, especially when you’re less mobile. While seated, you can do upper body stretches like arm crosses and shoulder stretches. For your good leg, try hamstring and quad stretches. Remember to keep your injured leg comfortable and avoid putting strain on it.

Conclusion

Using a knee scooter doesn’t mean putting your physical activity on hold. With these exercises, you can stay active, maintain muscle strength, and even improve your mood and overall well-being during your recovery. Always listen to your body and consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new exercise routine.

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