@@totaltherapysolutions My therapist had no " bedside manner" so to speak. A younger man thirty years my junior. I no longer pt with him but carry on at home. Your videos have been a blessing. Many thanks.
I’m 4 weeks post-op and just happened to remember I had a massager like this and hoped it would help with thigh tightness and spasms- it does! Yay! Some relief! I can’t wait to try it on the bike.
I am 12 days post off TKR, I have begun using the theragun massager several times a day. Haven't tried it on the bike though, great idea. My quad and it band on TKR leg are very tight and I believe the gun has certainly helped.
One month postoperative.I have a neck massager that I’ve been using on my legs since it’s about the same diameter as my neck. That helps immensely with the phantom pain that I am now experiencing deep down within the leg from the knee section up to the hip. I also have another massager it’s on the handle and I have use that also which helps but I am looking into possibly using it while I am on the exercise bicycle.
From personal experience I found the Theragun to be painful especially afterwards. Both times were done by PT. Maybe I am supersensitive, I don't know. But I will stick to my TENS unit. Thanks for the video Tony.
You mentioned having a pinching or pain in the back of the knee when trying to flex. That has been my problem with both replacements. I have good ROM and 0 extension, however, I have a lot of pain on flexion. I was able to get in and out of a kayak after surgery but now I have too much pain in the back of both knees. Could it be Baker’s cysts? I had them before surgery. Is it safe to use the massage gun on the back of the knee? I like the gun for the muscles on the rest of the leg. It really helps.
Tony, I have not tried a massage gun but for me, my best pain relieve during my exercises is a strapped on Ice pack. What keeps us from doing more & more of our exercises is the pain. The Ice packs numb my leg, i use 2 of them, one just above the knee & another 1 just below the knee so I can flex the knee with out the packs restricting my extension or flexion. I can do so much more with the ice packs in place during my exercises than I could ever do without them because I feel zero pain. Thank you for the info on the massage gun, I will have to get one & try it.
That is awesome Mark! I love when patients use Ice or TENS or other modalities while exercising or in conjunction with exercise. Keep up the great work.
Hmmm. I have the opposite experience. I pre-warm my quads and hamstring using gel pads prior to exercise. My muscles relax, and a relaxed muscle is a happy, flexible muscle. Although ice may help numb nerves, it is not known to help muscles relax and flex.
I had TKR done four months ago and I had to have a manipulation as well, it helped a lot. Recently I bought a massage gun, thanks for the tips of using it while moving the leg. How often do you suggest using it?
Hi Tony, the impingement is exactly what is happening to my knee at 6 weeks wben going down the stairs and when on the stationary back. My IT bands are exceptionally tight on both sides to the point my lower back has veen spasming and i was having trouble putting weight on the opposite leg (left) to take a step. Thanks for this tip. My range is great but perhsps i was doing too much these past few days and suddenly i am having new issues to deal with. Does the impingement go away once setled down or is this something you have to settle down and it will keep happening with a TKR?
Can I use a THERAGUN or other percussion masssager after a Total Hip Replacement ? How soon post-op can I start using it ? What about massage chairs ? I used these to good effect pre-op.
I have found that the pedal straps on my recumbent are killers! I removed them. I don't need them to pedal at 1 rpm, and they seem to twist my leg out of a correct alignment for pedaling.
I am 8 weeks post op TKR and having pain still. I have one of these massage guns. My knee was only cemented in no screws. Is it safe to use these guns on this type of TKR. I would think the vibration would loosen the implant. Thanks
I ordered this yesterday, I have a painful spot which I can’t seem to get by. I am hoping this will help. Having trouble with flex ion, been told I have ‘one of those knees’!!
Hello I am a little over a week out from a total knee replacement and I am having a very hard time with bend in my knee. I am doing all my exercises throughout the day and evening I get around well with my multi articulated brace and cane i walk about a mile minimum each day but mostly 2-3 but no matter what I do I can't get the bend out I can bend towards myself very well considering but not extension I press n press to the point of tears and then some and still nothing I see my physio therapist again tomorrow 😭
I was gifted a message gun for Christmas....I was like “Hmmmmmm....? I wonder if I can somehow use this to gain ROM?” ....I search, and here YOU are for ME, again!!! Thanks!!!
Hi love your videos, I'm 18 days PO bilateral. I have incredible tightness and pain in my quads I can deal with all the other pain but this is making me feel sick, can't sleep. I've had both acl's replaced so used to the rehab, but this has been constant and I've never experienced it before, any advice would be much appreciated
Sorry it took me a week to reply. If you are now just over 4 weeks things should be improving. 6 weeks is a big turning point for a lot of patients. How are you feeling now in regards to pain? What do you believe is causing the continued pain? Swelling? ROM?
Im 17 days post op for tkr. My quadricep is very weak and tender. I also had a nerve block in my thigh for 2 days. I still have zero ability to lift my leg while its extended. I hope massage therapy will help, as i just bought a massage gun today . Any suggestions?
I just bought a massage gun but am afraid to use it. At 4 months I went golfing and pulled the IT band - back to therapy. Finished physio. Golfed again, hurt myself again. Am trying to get into physio. In meantime I am doing heel slides so I won't seize up. Will this gun be sage to use right now? My thigh is very sore and I have lost rom from 134 down to about 100.
I was told at the OS office by his RNP not to use a massage gun because it could vibrate the cement loose from the knee? Have you heard of that before?
I would say wait 3 months before to try the massage gun and get the blessing your PT therapist ..i am four months since surgery and use it all around my TKR and about 95 range of motion but swim every day and add the Theragun twice a day..
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I wish this guy was my physical therapist.
Thanks Mike! This channel is my way to help reach more people and share ideas.
@@totaltherapysolutions My therapist had no " bedside manner" so to speak. A younger man thirty years my junior. I no longer pt with him but carry on at home. Your videos have been a blessing. Many thanks.
Same I m thinking
I’m 4 weeks post-op and just happened to remember I had a massager like this and hoped it would help with thigh tightness and spasms- it does! Yay! Some relief! I can’t wait to try it on the bike.
I luv mine, it is really helpful in reducing some of my pain after my TKR.
I have one i just bought and trying to see if it's going to help me. Thanks Tony 😊
I am 12 days post off TKR, I have begun using the theragun massager several times a day. Haven't tried it on the bike though, great idea. My quad and it band on TKR leg are very tight and I believe the gun has certainly helped.
One month postoperative.I have a neck massager that I’ve been using on my legs since it’s about the same diameter as my neck. That helps immensely with the phantom pain that I am now experiencing deep down within the leg from the knee section up to the hip. I also have another massager it’s on the handle and I have use that also which helps but I am looking into possibly using it while I am on the exercise bicycle.
From personal experience I found the Theragun to be painful especially afterwards.
Both times were done by PT. Maybe I am supersensitive, I don't know.
But I will stick to my TENS unit.
Thanks for the video Tony.
You mentioned having a pinching or pain in the back of the knee when trying to flex. That has been my problem with both replacements. I have good ROM and 0 extension, however, I have a lot of pain on flexion. I was able to get in and out of a kayak after surgery but now I have too much pain in the back of both knees. Could it be Baker’s cysts? I had them before surgery. Is it safe to use the massage gun on the back of the knee? I like the gun for the muscles on the rest of the leg. It really helps.
Tony, I have not tried a massage gun but for me, my best pain relieve during my exercises is a strapped on Ice pack. What keeps us from doing more & more of our exercises is the pain. The Ice packs numb my leg, i use 2 of them, one just above the knee & another 1 just below the knee so I can flex the knee with out the packs restricting my extension or flexion. I can do so much more with the ice packs in place during my exercises than I could ever do without them because I feel zero pain. Thank you for the info on the massage gun, I will have to get one & try it.
That is awesome Mark! I love when patients use Ice or TENS or other modalities while exercising or in conjunction with exercise. Keep up the great work.
Hmmm. I have the opposite experience. I pre-warm my quads and hamstring using gel pads prior to exercise. My muscles relax, and a relaxed muscle is a happy, flexible muscle. Although ice may help numb nerves, it is not known to help muscles relax and flex.
Great idea
I have one. I am 16 weeks post op. I have never used the gun on a bike....do you think it could be beneficial for increasing range of motion?
This works like a charm. Thanks for the tip!!
I had TKR done four months ago and I had to have a manipulation as well, it helped a lot. Recently I bought a massage gun, thanks for the tips of using it while moving the leg. How often do you suggest using it?
I have a small gun and love it! It definitely distracts from discomfort and gives me relief.
Is it okay to use the electric massager if steel implants are inserted?
Your videos are so helpful and encouraging. Thank you
Tony, the massage gun you recommend is not available on Amazon. Can you recommend others? Thanks you.
Hi Tony, the impingement is exactly what is happening to my knee at 6 weeks wben going down the stairs and when on the stationary back. My IT bands are exceptionally tight on both sides to the point my lower back has veen spasming and i was having trouble putting weight on the opposite leg (left) to take a step. Thanks for this tip. My range is great but perhsps i was doing too much these past few days and suddenly i am having new issues to deal with. Does the impingement go away once setled down or is this something you have to settle down and it will keep happening with a TKR?
Can I use a THERAGUN or other percussion masssager after a Total Hip Replacement ? How soon post-op can I start using it ? What about massage chairs ? I used these to good effect pre-op.
Wow your the business, thanks I am finding your Facebook group a life saver ☘️🇮🇪😍
Awesome. That FB group is great because it is filled with great people. Thanks for watching.
I have found that the pedal straps on my recumbent are killers! I removed them. I don't need them to pedal at 1 rpm, and they seem to twist my leg out of a correct alignment for pedaling.
I have a ikeepfit Pneumatic calf massager,I am 7 weeks post Knee replacement can I use it without problem?
I am 8 weeks post op TKR and having pain still. I have one of these massage guns. My knee was only cemented in no screws. Is it safe to use these guns on this type of TKR. I would think the vibration would loosen the implant. Thanks
This works like a charm!
I ordered this yesterday, I have a painful spot which I can’t seem to get by. I am hoping this will help. Having trouble with flex ion, been told I have ‘one of those knees’!!
Keep us posted. I always appreciate hearing from subscribers.
Hello I am a little over a week out from a total knee replacement and I am having a very hard time with bend in my knee. I am doing all my exercises throughout the day and evening I get around well with my multi articulated brace and cane i walk about a mile minimum each day but mostly 2-3 but no matter what I do I can't get the bend out I can bend towards myself very well considering but not extension I press n press to the point of tears and then some and still nothing I see my physio therapist again tomorrow 😭
I was gifted a message gun for Christmas....I was like “Hmmmmmm....? I wonder if I can somehow use this to gain ROM?” ....I search, and here YOU are for ME, again!!! Thanks!!!
Hi love your videos, I'm 18 days PO bilateral. I have incredible tightness and pain in my quads I can deal with all the other pain but this is making me feel sick, can't sleep. I've had both acl's replaced so used to the rehab, but this has been constant and I've never experienced it before, any advice would be much appreciated
Sorry it took me a week to reply. If you are now just over 4 weeks things should be improving. 6 weeks is a big turning point for a lot of patients. How are you feeling now in regards to pain? What do you believe is causing the continued pain? Swelling? ROM?
Im 17 days post op for tkr.
My quadricep is very weak and tender. I also had a nerve block in my thigh for 2 days. I still have zero ability to lift my leg while its extended. I hope massage therapy will help, as i just bought a massage gun today .
Any suggestions?
This was a video I shared a while back th-cam.com/video/hEEgVmGqTBA/w-d-xo.html
I just bought a massage gun but am afraid to use it. At 4 months I went golfing and pulled the IT band - back to therapy. Finished physio. Golfed again, hurt myself again. Am trying to get into physio. In meantime I am doing heel slides so I won't seize up. Will this gun be sage to use right now? My thigh is very sore and I have lost rom from 134 down to about 100.
Thanks for the advice.
I have one and I believe it is worth it.
How about restriction on the sides of the knee?
Also want to know
Great video - I will try this.
These guns could be vastly improved if they included gentle warmth.
I was told at the OS office by his RNP not to use a massage gun because it could vibrate the cement loose from the knee? Have you heard of that before?
I came here to see questions like this, sad to see it unanswered.
Doesn’t the vibration do something to the knee replacement Tony?
I would say wait 3 months before to try the massage gun and get the blessing your PT therapist ..i am four months since surgery and use it all around my TKR and about 95 range of motion but swim every day and add the Theragun twice a day..
@@hingrich Thanks Richard
5 month since my surgery, I only 90 in my knee flextion!
What are you now? Curious??
Is 5 month since my surgery, I only 90 !😢