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I'm 52 and had avr for a bicuspid aortic valve in early June. I got back on the bike two months after surgery. Before surgery I was very active and rode about 3 to 5 times a week. I was pretty religious about walking and doing as much as I could to stay active in the two months before I was...

Anyone know of any good post op upper body exercises so my arms don't totally atrophy? I've been doing supported curls with 5 lb weights - about 40 a side, supported wrist curls (the same) and reverse wrist curls. I can't come up with a safe tricep exercise though since the ones I usually do...

I had AVR and ascending aorta replacement on June 4. Going in I was a little nervous that I might never wake up but it wasn't that big a concern because what are you going to do about it? Turns out I woke up which is great! And right after surgery, when I was still heavily affected by the...

I'm due to have AVR and my ascending aorta replaced in a few weeks. I'm 52 and a very active biker, kayaker and skier. I've considered the Ross but ruled it out due to risk. I'm now deciding between a tissue valve and a mechanical valve. My surgeon says a St Jude's would be a good choice and...