Injury And Disability

Talk to your doctor or physical therapist about exercises you can do at home, at a gym, or in a pool. While there may be activities you can’t do, there are probably many that you can do. Plus, there are many exercises that can be adapted to suit your individual needs and abilities.

*  Focus on what you CAN do.

*  Choose low-impact exercises that don’t make an injury worse.

*  Find a supportive buddy to help motivate you or assist you with exercises.

*  Use flotation devices in a pool for support.

*  Try new things as you lose weight. You may find some activities easier when you are carrying less weight on your joints.