Cheap tools to improve walking

Рет қаралды 86,205

Күн бұрын

Tools are useful when it comes to improving the quality of your walking movement. In this video, I give the top ten “tools” that I use in therapy to help decrease circumduction, stop the foot from rolling, improve foot clearance, increase weightbearing on the involved leg, and improve overall walking efficiency.
Product link for rehab steps: amzn.to/2Ml1ua5
Product link for cast shoe lift: amzn.to/3sT2dzs
Product link for blue strap: amzn.to/3fJpxw2
Product link for hiking poles: amzn.to/3fJpZKK
Product link for resistance band belt: amzn.to/3rS4QjV
Product link for hand walker attachment: amzn.to/3sPRuWw
Product link for swedish knee cage: amzn.to/3rOHdZh
Learn more about the U-step walker (shown in this video): rehab-hq.com/best-walker-for-...
NOTE: This channel is part of the amazon associate program. This description contains amazon affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video and support the channel at no cost to you. While this channel may earn minimal sums when the viewer uses the links, the viewer is in NO WAY obligated to use these links. Thank you for your support!
For free rehab tips visit: www.rehab-hq.com
Sign up for our newsletter and get motivational emails and exercise tips: forms.aweber.com/form/02/1463...
Follow us on Instagram: @orlandoneurotherapy
Follow us on facebook: @orlandoneurotherapy
Music License Attribution: Epidemic Sound
Link to join Epidemic Sound: www.epidemicsound.com/referra...
(ONT is an epidemic sound affiliate and receive incentives when you use this link. We appreciate your support)
To schedule an in-person evaluation visit: www.orlandoneurotherapy.com
Please only email if you would like to schedule an in person evaluation. All other inquires received via www.orlandoneurotherapy.com will be deleted.
** The information in this video is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in this video is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/health professional

Пікірлер: 330

@anthonydavis4829 3 жыл бұрын

You've been a Godsend during this pandemic for those without insurance or access to therapy. Wings earned!

@russellperry6155 3 жыл бұрын

Very Valuable information

@lespangen 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!! bless Tara for taking the time to do this😬and providing links for helpful tools she has tried and used👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍🏼🎉😬

@lespangen 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! thanks for your time I no longer have access to a therapist and can’t get to Orlando so the exercise suggestions are a Godsend😬

@lespangen 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely wings and halo 😬sadly I now know my spasticity won’t just magically disappear Also love the exercise suggestions so I can do something about my hemiplegia even though I currently am not working with a therapist your time and thoughtfulness is very much appreciated Weaning myself off of my quad cane will be necessary eventually yikes like going from a tricycle to a two wheeler w/ training wheels 😬: affected leg not there yet Is walker with hand attachment piece a better bet than cane reliance for enabling a hemiplegic to stand and move around With an aide but no current therapist ( am starting to look into local neuro PT options since sitting in a wheelchair accomplishes nothing so love your exercise suggestions Affected foot is supinated so AFO is needed thank you for your You Tube pieces ( am subscribed and belled😬 a recommend your KZfaq pieces on stroke- related sites e.g., Motus Nova when people are mainly seeking information re likely course of recovery where they could get the information they’re seeking from your You Tube pieces e.g., on spasticity ( what is it)

@jhanska7776 2 жыл бұрын

@mudliuarh 3 жыл бұрын

It’s just amazing how creative these tricks are and how selfless of you to share all of them here 🙏🏻

@barbgreen7350 3 жыл бұрын

UNBELIEVEABLE!!! Yes! You are💖 I 9yrs post stroke; you never cease to amaze me 💖

@rehabhqofficial 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Barb! I am so glad you like this one. I hope it helps you and your recovery 😊

@atommarasigan6744 2 жыл бұрын

But mam Tara she never give up after mam Tara give her idea to we gonna recovery lord make away mam Tara my me walk again my stroke 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

@physioprakash369 2 жыл бұрын

Hi mam,I am PT,I am suffering from stroke,It recovery is under process, How to change the lower limb extension synergy pattern to normal!!

@donnaribotto2651 Жыл бұрын

Just love your channel. More gait tools 👍👍👍

@abayomiolunloyo9939 3 жыл бұрын

Great work doctor. Much love

@sigridomeara5658 3 жыл бұрын

everything becomes so much clearer, great tips. thank you so much

@joseburgos5106 3 жыл бұрын

As always thank you for what you do and taking the time to put these series together for everyone. Also wanted to let you know that since my love one saw you on TV, you got her attention. Thanks to that, you have help both us but most important he on understand how to get back. She admires you and is always checking and digesting to later on do things. She is been able to have her Critical Thinking skills back to figure out things about neuroplasticity. Be good, God continue to Bless you and your team. When things get better we will stop by.

@olusanyakehinde1154 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tara, I have been following you for a while and appreciate what you are doing.

@theanonymousdisabledgirl Жыл бұрын

Amazing info! Thank you.

@rizaflores5504 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video

@maureengilroy-thomas1157 15 күн бұрын

Thank so much for your extraordinarily helpful advice

@natalieroesch8577 2 жыл бұрын

Have helped so much.

@tennakrupsdahl8184 Жыл бұрын

Your youtubes really is priceless!! Your tips are fare more worth than any physician I’ve seen.

@janehumphrey7189 2 жыл бұрын

So awesome to see your video. Trying hard to help a nice man with an ataxic R UE and LE with a flaccid L side. Great tools on a budget for A PT and for the patients. Thanks sooooo much!!!!

@gaurav2009june Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this wonderful video. It is too helpful.

@sarahnesh6664 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video ....

@jeaninegonzalez5701 Ай бұрын

You’re awesome! Great tips and explanations! Makes me feel empowered

@andreagerardi5320 5 ай бұрын

This is great!

@ashadiwakardiya 3 жыл бұрын

I always wanted someone godsend like you as my brother/sister/life partner/as mom.. you are doing great job.. thanks a lot for helping the needy .. love you doc😘😘😘

@amurphful 3 жыл бұрын

Yes another video please!

@selinahunter5635 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much

@brooksashcraft6854 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! You addressed several gait issues I have.

@rehabhqofficial 3 жыл бұрын

yay!

@hectorgalvansr.8688 3 жыл бұрын

You are great! Keep up the good work! Best videos ever!

@karenspivey9420 3 жыл бұрын

very helpful! Thank you!

@Bethh3890 7 ай бұрын

You are the best!! Thank you for all you do. This helped me so much. I wanted you to know you are appreciated

@loloallen1954 3 жыл бұрын

Yes my ankle rolls and I had physical therapy for 4yrs and didn't get better so the thing you are teaching me I like it thanks again for helping me I have bought almost everything you said thanks I will keep working on this exercise

@MsKillian8 9 ай бұрын

I know that much of your videos stems from working with stroke issues, but I have to say that I have all of the things with vaulting gait, drop foot and a bad knee. I've learned a lot. The main thing I learned is how to learn how to walk again. I didn't realize I had forgotten how to walk because the knee pain is so bad. The knee pain is still bad, but I am concentrating on bending the knee when walking and stretching. Thank you for sharing. This is life-changing.

@johnspisak9729 3 жыл бұрын

Always awesome.I swear you know me. I can relate to all your videos. Thank you for all your help and advice.

@harjsoodi4766 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, this video is so useful, the tools and explanations are things that have never been explained to me before, having had a stroke over a year and a half ago🙏🏼

@rabiahgaskin3919 3 жыл бұрын

#gaittools Thank you for your videos- they are very inspiring. My injury occurred at 12yrs old, I am now 38 (tbi/brain aneurism/stroke/brain surgery) Your exercises inspire me to keep going! I even want to take a trip to your clinic to see you in action! These videos are just what I need at this stage in my recovery. Keep them coming!

@andylim3810 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a million Dr Tara , I manage to stop my elbow spasticity by just holding my walking stick behind my gluts to walk. Its gone tomorrow. I do stretch the elbow straight to loosen it too

@kellyhamlett3150 Жыл бұрын

I couldn't agree with you more on the hemiwalker & the nonuse of the affected hand. I learned the hard way. It's been 3 years now but I realize that now.

@darkodarkovic7827 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the good ideas, my disorder is not big, so I manage to improvise, like tool No. 8. I taped the shoe around the shoe. It doesn’t look nice, but it helps as I walk around the house and yard.

@teresacollinsporterfield5488 3 жыл бұрын

I am glad you took yesterday off! Happy belated Easter. I enjoyed your video and definitely can use several of the tools you described. Look forward to the next one. Thank you Dr. Tobias and your hair looks so pretty today.

@rehabhqofficial 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Teresa! Happy Easter to you as well. 😊 Glad to hear you may be able to use them to help you.

@poojahm120 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing the above. You are a gem of a person. An angel in disguise rather ❤❤❤

@ritavassallo5663 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful

@perlaguerra2665 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@fredkotthaus1518 3 жыл бұрын

# gait tools, thanks again for this video.

@BR17117 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent thanks. I use a resistance band and crab walk up and down my hallway. Great for strengthening and balance. Thanks for another great video. 🇦🇺

@rehabhqofficial 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! I love crawling activities 😊

@davedanny9053 2 жыл бұрын

Good work

@MakerMeraki 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dr. Tobias! Please give us more! #gaittools

@rehabhqofficial 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Joseph! Thanks for watching. More to come :)

@jaywatson4645 Жыл бұрын

#gait tools thank you for these videos

@MK-fi6mh 3 жыл бұрын

Respect - thank you

@dollySouthEastHuman 3 жыл бұрын

have a long life doctor tara im learning so muxh drom you stay safe po always💖💖

@user-gs5ox9ep5y Жыл бұрын

so good thankyou mam tara, i dont skip ads

@su-laihamilton5517 15 күн бұрын

Thank You So Much! I just did a 5 km Race and ending up falling down! Luckily just the left side of my face and knee was bruised and scraped. I will use the Duct Tape Method since I did have a little catch on the ground. That is what caused me to trip. I will also get a booty strap. I have problems bending my knee they want to go straight legged. They also sometimes have a swing to them. The Duct tape and the booty strap is for the left leg. My next 5km is next month. This will give me some time to practice my new tools. Thank You again for the Great Ideas! The next day I had another Race and I was a little scared. I lifted my knees to make sure I got the clearance. There was a little slow down. Not the most effective Running Style but it kept me upright the whole time so it was Great. I am Very Excited to take your advise and use the 2 tools!

@renjithkumar.r810 3 жыл бұрын

Please make a vdo about finger grip &muscle improvement finger

@davedanny9053 2 жыл бұрын

Love you dr.

@lanusungit714 Жыл бұрын

Great tips.all my problems are focused on your cheap tolls

@mettyruth155 2 жыл бұрын

Your creativity is so amazing Daktari (Doctor)thumbs up,I do learn alot throughout your teachings

@dancers1113 3 жыл бұрын

Once again Dr. Tobias u created another great video I intend on getting that knee brace because it looks like something I need thank you so much!!

@dancers1113 3 жыл бұрын

But my question is, do u have to have measurements for your leg?

@rehabhqofficial 3 жыл бұрын

That is an excellent question! I found a sizing chart at the site: www.dme-direct.com/swedish-knee-cage

@VEGASOSO53 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for what you do ,I am learning a lot #gait tools Great use of tools.

@moe485 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for being out there, for caring and for sharing so much useful professional knowledge ❤ #gaitgools

@patriciahouston-martinez6858 Жыл бұрын

Thank-You! Tara you are the best! You talk briefly about GAIT POLES. How you prefer them to a walker. Could you please explain how to transition from a walker to gait poles, safely. It’s hard to imagine how these can help me balance. Thank-You! ❤❤❤

@nathalie7790 3 жыл бұрын

#gaittools love this video Dr. T. I have most of these tools already from your other videos. Thank you

@feliciatapscott4404 Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@frannymoore Жыл бұрын

I recently bought the resistance band that attaches to a waist band- oh my goodness! So helpful! I put it on and do some exercises - then get on the elliptical- it makes a difference

@rehabhqofficial Жыл бұрын

Yay! Glad it helped!

@scottbevil6921 3 жыл бұрын

#gaittools I need to get me a blue strap. Will put one on my Amazon shopping list NOW. Looking forward to the next video.

@MrUncleParker 2 жыл бұрын

I can only grip a walker on my left side with my thumb and index finger. My wife came up with the idea of wrapping the left side grip with double sided tape. I use a baby wipe(or wash cloth with just water)to clean off the tape when it looses its stickiness every day or so. She only has to change the tape every two or three weeks.

@HalfWarrior 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you once again! Great information! And, (not hitting on you, but notice your hair longer and it looks good!)Appreciate your efforts and time!

@curtisp70 3 жыл бұрын

# gait tools I love these videos

@awayne56 3 жыл бұрын

#gaittools. Excellent video Dr. Tobias! I'll be looking into the 1st item you mentioned. My primary walking issue is my knee pops out to the left when I go into swing phase with the uninvolved leg. This results in sharp glute pain. After about 20 mins of walking the hip pain is so intense I can barely move. I'm sure this is partly due to leg-supporting muscles not firing and also to the uneven leg length resulting from the AFO I wear. I notice at night when I am walk without shoes or the AFO, I don't have this problem. The involved leg is straight when I plant it. Thanks for all the suggestions. Love your channel!

@kensmith9430 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Tara....always good to hear from you! Please can you do a video on Knock knees....please....! Thanks a lot for your help....Tara..always!

@Sunshine-Nina 3 жыл бұрын

🌸🌸 Thank you Dr. Tara for your recommendations. Love your nice fresh new look! Many greetings from the other side of the Atlantic 🌸🌸

@rehabhqofficial 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Nina! Thank you 😊

@deborahklaisle6175 3 жыл бұрын

#gait tools

@iamnumberfour383 3 жыл бұрын

#gait tools , very much thanks to you doc. From phils.

@mylynmawili3047 3 жыл бұрын

Are you from Philippines...

@relaxwithnature6532 3 жыл бұрын

Love the ankle skii. I made a hand splint by using my large makeup pallet and some large elastic bands, it keeps my hand open while I sleep. Happy Easter Tara. #gaittools

@rehabhqofficial 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Tamara! Thanks for sharing this! I love the creativity. Yes, most people have many things around their home that can be used as tools 😊 I gotta start looking (with more curiosity) at the things I use to get ready in the morning. 😊

@sandralowery4618 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting

@nitinyadav6562 2 жыл бұрын

थैंक for sharing

@usbly 3 жыл бұрын

Very Nice...

@abdulelahkhunji6871 3 жыл бұрын

New thoughts 👌

@carlabendo59 Жыл бұрын

#gait tools love it

@plramirez2449 3 жыл бұрын

#gaittools thank you. Your videos have so much information that have given me understanding, "tools," visual guides and encouragement that I didn't have prior. Since I'm not receiving any therapy and the pandemic has hindered my ability to get moving more, this training from you is all the education I have and vital to getting me back into rehab eventually. Thank you Tara! My two questions rn before I can jump in are your recommendations for some good women's footwear that works with custom AFO's. I haven't used my brace in almost two years because I can't find any shoes I can put on myself ( am affected on left side). Help! My shoes keep coming off my foot and I'm dragging a lot. Canes without four feet prongs are of no use to me, as are walkers cause if I seize I end up just falling. Lastly, I'm confused when you say involved and uninvolved limb. Sorry, my cognitive issues make it hard to follow your instruction unless I can keep it straight or you have a good visual for a particular lesson. Otherwise, I hope you keep doing these amazing videos!! Your tone and patience and easy manner make them a pleasure to watch!

@lynnecameron6645 3 жыл бұрын

I particularly like the Walker attachment which I think will help me on the treadmill. My affected hand sometimes shoots forward switching it off unexpectedly.

@noramayes9098 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Lynne do y use your walker on a treadmill?

@lynnecameron6645 3 жыл бұрын

@@noramayes9098 no I just walk on the treadmill holding the hand grips but my affected hand shoots forward off the grip when I least expect it.

@brainwreck1576 3 жыл бұрын

You are the best! 6 years 4/13 SAH stroke survivor with balance, spasticity and gait issues, among others. I might have posted once. I have been making quicker progress than before with a 60uP Balance Training System. My only interest and intention for this comment is to help fellow strugglers.

@elysianfields8461 2 жыл бұрын

Brainwreck I love your username! I can totally relate..gave me a well needed chuckle! Best wishes!

@franciscotrujillo7201 2 жыл бұрын

You are SO AWESOME!!! Can you recommend courses for those working with the Neuro pop or Certs that have helped you along the way?

@David-oe1xj 3 жыл бұрын

Off topic, like the new hair look!

@millicentagena6864 Жыл бұрын

My problem with height is because of my AFO, that made my involved leg longer and that caused knee and hip pain on my uninvolved side. I went to a store that specializes in foot problems. I was able to get sandals with Velcro closures, extra wide width, and a removable in sole. That evened out the length and made it much easier to walk.

@torilynnboyd7768 3 жыл бұрын

I had a stroke about 3 years ago. You are awesome. #gaittools

@chrisnexus1889 2 жыл бұрын

# Gait tools Love what you are doing love the dog

@contactcpl5729 3 жыл бұрын

very good

@privatenexus5764 Жыл бұрын

0:42 your face when you said "tools" brought a smile to my face and I had to go back and see it again. 🤣 5:40 a simple plastic bag from fruit/grocery store would probably also work. 6:40 maybe a length of the elastic band. It would also have a but of "give"

@abennett0695 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for these videos! Can you please do a video showing how we can measure what height of shoe lift to purchase?

@denisebkr3 3 жыл бұрын

I have improved greatly because of you being on my television, laptop, ipad even my phone. My family know your and say you & cuzin Tobia having a talk. I'm would like to see more calf muscle strengthen and the inside of the foot

@nolaigmckaigney7135 2 жыл бұрын

& u r truly wonderful. My foot turns in. Nearly impossible to straighten it. Do you have any techniques/videos on this

@eyal297 3 жыл бұрын

Great stuff there, thank you for sharing your knowledge. #gaittools

@shakeelahmad6450 3 жыл бұрын

I am patient of gait Ataxia and having balance problems walking difficulties. I have speaking problem too

@khoadley5023 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great and helpful video!#gaittools

@neelamsharma2196 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so so much for another video . I keep waiting to get more from you . Very informative as I’m working a lot to improve my gait . I have drop food and wear brace to walk . I was never suggested to wear night brace . In of your videos you had mentioned to wear night brace and I notice my foot turned inside while sleeping. Do you think it would be worth to wear it now after about nine years of stroke . Again thank you for your help and support to people like me . Thank you is a small word but yes I’m indebted to you .

@rehabhqofficial 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and for sharing your story! Generally speaking, a night splint will keep the muscles lengthened on the back of the lower leg and/or prevent them for getting shorter. I hope that helps

@natalieroesch8577 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I have cerebellar ataxia and have trouble walking without touching walls. I think I am going to fall. Your videoes

@Tampa2Enjoy 3 жыл бұрын

#gaittools. This is a great video. Thank you very much.

@redpill_bluepill 3 жыл бұрын

As always, awesome video! #gaittools

@jpolo7723 3 жыл бұрын

Man for 10 years I've been looking for someone who describes exactly what I'm going through! Do you have Clinics in South Florida? I'm willing to go up to Orlando I need this fixed asap . Great channel

@sandramoncrief974 3 жыл бұрын

I had a hemorrhagic stroke 3 months ago. I spent 8 days in ICU then 3 weeks in an inpatient rehab hospital. I am currently going to outpatient rehab twice a week and do my exercises diligently at home. I was diagnosed with foot drop and my foot rolls to the inside. Can you have both foot drop and spasticity? I have normal sensation in my foot and ankle but my foot is paralyzed. I am slowly beginning to move toes just a little except for big toe which stays angled upward. My foot is becoming more contracted. Your video gave me insight to more exercises and tips. Thanks so much for your video.

@mymultiplescarcast8687 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks! #GaitTools

@dlindabriggs4861 Жыл бұрын

# gaittools More please! Thank you!!

@danieljunker5198 Жыл бұрын

I have gained success by following your videos. Thank you, I had a stroke after 22 years since MS came to my game. classic good old double whammy. lol not fun 🙃

@angelabowman343 3 жыл бұрын

Can you show in slow motion how to make the ski one, and the wedge . Please put the link for the type of wedge to use to build up the shoe

@juliek5982 Жыл бұрын

I broke my hip in February 2023 and am still having trouble walking smoothly without a cane. I just tried putting my heel lift in my good side instead of the injured side and I think that is going to help me put more weight on the bad leg. I feel like my injured leg is shorter and that is why I had the heel lift on the injured side but it feels like my gait is smoother with it on the un-injured leg.

@davidarisa3660 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for your efforts to help us Please I have a stiffed knee and ankle joint, because I didn't flex for long time after fracture surgery. What can I do for my knee to bend .

@sh28may 2 жыл бұрын

Please provide me the link for Swedish knee brace I m not able to find it in India 🇮🇳🙏 You are really a big support for the group of some rehab patients. Thank you so much for thinking all the time for the easy life for these patients