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Is There Any Exercises I Can Do After Neck Surgery?

A MyObesityTeam Member asked a question 💭
Maryville, TN

I had neck surgery in 2015 and to this day I am still having problems.I have rods and screws in my neck. I was told I would not be able to raise my arms above my head, therefore lifting weights is not possible. I know I need to exercise, but my muscles stay in a state of tightness and spasms from my neck to my shoulders. I don't feel like exercising cause I know it will put a strain on my neck and will hurt. Therefore I just don't do it. Does anyone know of any exercises I might be able to… read more

September 30, 2016
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I love water aerobics. I can do so much in the pool that I could never do on land. Lunges, jumping jacks, jogging, it is the best. I even joined a local rec center so I can swim all winter long. Even though it is pretty warm in FL my pool is not heated so too cold to swim in.

December 5, 2016
A MyObesityTeam Member

Have you tried water therapy or water aerobics. I have severe foot pain so this helps me burn lots of calories without the strain of regular exercising...contract your local YMCA and see if they have a class you can try

October 26, 2016
A MyObesityTeam Member

I know it is so hard and when you try to do something and then you pay for it the next day, even driving I can't drive long distance because my neck and shoulders just hurt so much and the next day I can't do anything. I hope you find something you can do its so good to talk to you as you understand what we go through

October 17, 2016
A MyObesityTeam Member

Thank you Karen. I tried to exercise the other day and my neck and shoulders had so much pressure and pain, I just had to quit. I think I will go walking.

October 16, 2016
A MyObesityTeam Member

I to have neck problems and find it hard to exercise but I can walk up to 20 mins I can also do a bit of gardening other than that that's all I can do. The trouble is every movement you make sends pain up to your neck. I have just brought a power fit which you can stand on or sit in a chair and it just vibrates at different levels this might be a good option for you good luck and hope you find something that helps you

October 15, 2016

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