Scott Jackson

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October 29, 2008
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Exercise helps healing

Your orthopedic surgeon has just informed you that you need to have a joint replacement, or you have just fallen and broken a bone. How are you going to deal with your recovery?If you have been exercising on a regular basis, you may have a quicker and easier recovery than someone who is deconditioned. Most people don't realize that if they break a foot or leg, they need to have the upper body strength to use crutches for an extended period. Or if they've had a hip replacement, their pelvic girdle muscles must be strong enough to help support the …

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