[bigtruck70]

Just wondering I am think of getting into trucking I can run jump go up stairs the only thing that is hard to do is actually kneel on my knees for a long time would that be a problem while trucking?

[Sealord]

Depends on the wagon you drag, but daily, you're gonna have to do a pre-trip on the rig to ensure it's safe to run. That'll mean a lot of stooping including being on your knees to see parts of the rig that have to be visually checked to ensure mechanical and safety integrity. BOL

[bigtruck70]

Thank you if that is all i can handle it i can stoop and that just cant like be down for more then like 10 min with out getting up to stretch a little.

[Castanea_d.]

I had a fractured kneecap about five years ago, repaired surgically and with some pins still in it. I am fully recovered -- I bicycle a lot, work out with a weight machine (leg presses, seated leg extensions, etc.), and I can do whatever I want. But, like you, when I have to be down on my knees for a while, I am stiff when I get up.

When I had my DOT physical last month, I listed the injury in the section where you declare pre-existing conditions, and I asked the doctor about it. He had me hop on one leg 25 times or so, do some squats, and demonstrate that I have full range of motion, and he gave me the OK on it. He suggested that I get out of the truck and walk around some whenever I can, but he didn't think I would have any problems doing the job.

I'm still a wannabe driver, so I can't speak from experience other than being able to pass the physical.

Best of luck to you!