exercises?

I received info from my doctor stating that I need to start practicing anklw pumping, thigh setting and buttocks setting exercises; however, it doesn't explain what they are and how to do them.

Can anyone explain them to me?

Hi,

I am not familiar with that particular type of exercise. I would call them and ask them to explain.

Maybe someone will come along who knows this.

s

Sure--those are great exercises. I would, however, add Kegel's to that list and start doing them soon after surgery, too (check with your doc first).

Ankle pumps: you can either make ankle circles, moving your feet in a circular path, or alternately point and flex your feet. This keeps the blood flowing in your lower legs to help prevent blood clot formation.

Thigh setting: with your legs straight on the bed in front of you, tighten up the muscle on the top of your thigh by pushing the back of the knee down into the bed. Hold this for about 3 seconds and then completely relax. Repeat the recommended number of times.

Butt setting: same thing--tighten up those gluteal (butt) muscles and hold for 3 seconds. Relax completely. Repeat the recommended number of times.

It's nice of your doc to give you things to work on to keep up your muscle tone and help prevent complications with blood clots.

Good luck!