 [ Symptoms ] i take bupropion and i want to take nyquil for my cold is that safe [ Disease ] you definitely have some challenges but you should be able to exercise at this point you have three goals 1 get your physicians approval to start exercising 2 seek treatment for you patellar tendonitis a short course of physical therapy could get you up and moving in no time click here for some info about what physical therapy is and how they can help 3 look for a water aerobics class in your area its a great form of low impact exercise easy on osteoarthritis and fallen arches on the first day of class arrive early and explain your situation to the instructor as long as you have been cleared to exercise by your doctor just do want you can without causing your symptoms to flare up more then likely the instructor will be able to provide you with some alternatives also keep in mind any movement is good movement as long as it does not make your symptoms worse anytime you have an injury it does not matter if your an olympic athlete or just an average person you have to e ase into activity hi ok its not such a big problem if you think about it just think sitting down and how much you can do from there if you need help see a trainer at a gym for ideas now the next idea is to just go swimming that is if you have a pool you can get to swimming is all low impact exercising and is as good as walking for your heart and body do hope this helps you good luck