Walking After Injury - Non Weight Bearing to Full Weight Bearing

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In this video, Maryke explains why you need to transition gradually from walking non weight bearing to full weight bearing. She also shares tips on how you can overcome the fear of having to suddenly start trusting the injured limb again. It includes an exercise demo of various ways in which you can get yourself used to carrying full weight on your leg and not end up limping as you walk.
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📚Chapters:
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:04 Why you should transition gradually from non weight bearing
00:02:36 Overcoming the fear of walking
00:05:08 Exercises for equal weight bearing - demo
00:13:54 How we can help
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@nanomeow 2 ай бұрын

No one talks about the fear thank you for discussing this

@9monava 2 ай бұрын

extremely helpful talking about the fear!

@chevvuriprasanthi1076 2 ай бұрын

Very good and cool explanation thank u ❤

@Suprabound 4 ай бұрын

Nasty tibia plateau fracture. Went to physical therapy today and I was terrified. I expressed my fears to the therapist. Best thing I did. My knee is pretty locked up but I trusted her enough to move my leg down. Now that I'm past the fear, I feel like I'll progress better. Great video.

@SportsInjuryPhysio 4 ай бұрын

Good luck with your recovery!

@patluker5629 4 ай бұрын

I also had a bad tibia plateau fracture. I have been NWB for 7 weeks. I go back to the surgeon in 3 more weeks and hopefully can walk out on both feet, so this video is tremendously helpful!

@KindaNewHere 3 ай бұрын

I had a TPF a year ago this week. I was NWB for 12 weeks. Now I am hiking with our dog.

@rickeyfinkle2609 Ай бұрын

I have the same injury as you I'm afraid to put weight back on it doctor say it's ok

@mariecurie9933 Ай бұрын

I have a tibia plateau fracture too,I have been told today to start light weight bearing.I am a little scared still.

@cupcaketunes 5 ай бұрын

Broke my ankle on 12.3.23. Almost 5 weeks out and currently on crutches with partial weight bearing. What a big learning it's been! Thank you for all of the detailed and clear explanations

@Happylifeme100 5 ай бұрын

I broke my right ankle on 12.5.23. I had to have surgery. I am not allowed weight-bearing yet. Hope your recovery goes well.

@cupcaketunes 5 ай бұрын

Sorry to hear about your injury! Little by little, we'll get there. Wishing us both a good recovery @@Happylifeme100

@danielbelisle2817 5 ай бұрын

broke my right ankle (3 places) on 12-09-23, had surgery 6 days later. hopefully partial beginning monday

@alannaflorence5439 5 ай бұрын

@@Happylifeme100 i broke my right tibia and fibula on 12/5/23 and had to have surgery too. i am partial weight bearing as of right now.

@raquelfassnacht 5 ай бұрын

I’m a 65 year old female (very active)-My accident was 12/1/23, surgery on 12/8/23 - I had a cast for 2 weeks then I graduated to the boot (non weight bearing.) My next appointment is coming up on 1/29/23, i will have my X-ray and hopefully I can finally begin partial weight bearing. Talk about the depression that hit me at the beginning of this unwelcome time.

@ktekanawa8726 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video. Best advice across KZfaq 🎉

@SportsInjuryPhysio 4 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@simonalin924 2 ай бұрын

5 weeks post op (ACL and Meniscus repair) still on partial weight bearing with 2 crutches. Starting this exercise now and will let you guys know the results after 2 weeks.

@kehaunani8215 Ай бұрын

I needed to hear this! Thank you

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@neatfreaks7458 4 ай бұрын

Your videos are amazing. I've unfortunately had bad care through an MCL tear, and should have been doing so much more. Your videos are already helping in just less than a day. Thank you

@SportsInjuryPhysio 4 ай бұрын

Glad I could help

@RahRahRiggs 3 ай бұрын

Sincerest thanks to you!

@SportsInjuryPhysio 3 ай бұрын

You're most welcome!

@tyrapowers7355 2 ай бұрын

This is so helpful. Thank you

@SportsInjuryPhysio 2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@TR-tz8zx 4 ай бұрын

This is a phonomenal video! I had a knee replacement, which is supposed to be able to bear weight right away, but I was terrified to walk. Even at 6 months after surgery I still use a cane. I know a lot of it is fear in my mind of falling. I’ve looked and looked for videos to overcome the fear of walking after surgery, and this is one of the only ones I’ve found and it is incredible! Wonderful advice, delivered in a very clear and concise way. Thank you for putting this video together and helping people!

@SportsInjuryPhysio 4 ай бұрын

You're very welcome!

@phoebepotato Ай бұрын

Thank you so much for making this video. ❤ I'm in non weight bearing now and a bit afraid to my transition to weight bearing. Thank you for including the mental factor needed for that transition

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery!

@sunrisesue Ай бұрын

Thank you! You explained everything so well. Most doctors do not take the time to cover this.

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@BREA_______ 4 ай бұрын

Amazing! Thank you!!

@SportsInjuryPhysio 4 ай бұрын

Welcome!

@1kmkmkmkm 5 күн бұрын

This video helped me alot! The mental points and the maintain crutches points are brilliant! Thank you

@SportsInjuryPhysio 5 күн бұрын

You're welcome!

@sisonkendzimeni3374 3 ай бұрын

Found out i have hip and knee osteoarthritis partial weight bearing still using crutches and its frustrating this video came in handy

@user-qg3jd5lo9c 11 күн бұрын

So glad this popped up on my KZfaq feed. I am at 4 wks non weightbearing from tibial plateau fracture and mcl avulsion fracture and developed blood clots. The depression has been horrible but after watching this video. I have hope. My ortho PA gave me a hinged race at 2 weeks and. Said weight bearing as tolerated. All my research said non weightbearing for at least 6 wks. Told physio and she researched and said no weight bearing That same PA ignored my calf pain when I asked if possible blood clot. Week later, ER for blood clot diagnosis. Moral: research for yourself so you can address issues and concerns. This video is o godsend! Thank you so much.

@SportsInjuryPhysio 11 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@alwaysreturnNurgirl 5 күн бұрын

Thats what noone understands, the depression through a severe injury (tore my achillis tendon 5 days ago) its so easy to be horribly depressed and even teary eyed...im normally an upbeat person, but severe injuries that leave you bed ridden and helpless are horrid!

@summertime1438 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for all your help. I had an ankle replacement at 65. My biggest problem was the fear of walking on it with or without the boot.Thank you for addressing that. Also, your ankle video part one was fantastic. Answered a lot of questions that I did not know about my ankle surgery and how the brain functions with Injuries. I am still dealing with the fear of walking on it but your video has definitely helped.

@SportsInjuryPhysio 6 ай бұрын

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery!

@ddy3417 22 күн бұрын

شكرا لك معلومات رائعة و مفيدة أتابعك من ليبيا

@user-xk1fv9dr2d 2 ай бұрын

Hello I broke my ankle and needed surgery and am now on weight bearing I've not been able to really move my foot but this video helped me I tried it a few days ago and little bye little I'm on the road to being able to walk again that you so much❤

@SportsInjuryPhysio 2 ай бұрын

Good luck with your recovery!

@blackgirlparis 2 ай бұрын

I am having a similar journey don't you feel happy? I know I was

@AllFiveDKBs 2 ай бұрын

Mid January I fell and broke my acetabulum and pelvis. Doc put me back together again with plates and screws but I was zero weight bearing for 11 weeks. During that time, I found your video. I’ve watched several times and again tonight as I prepare for PT beginning next week. Thank you.

@SportsInjuryPhysio 2 ай бұрын

Good luck with your recovery!

@EasterMegs 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video!! I'm dreading starting the weight bearing process after having a broken foot, but the small exercises you demonstrated feel like something I can handle

@SportsInjuryPhysio 2 ай бұрын

Best of luck!

@montanamom1124 4 ай бұрын

Great teaching

@SportsInjuryPhysio 4 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@DavesDomeTube 23 күн бұрын

Hadn't walked without crutches for a year after multiple fractures around knee and partial tendon tears. Started walking in house two weeks ago, very slowly it gets better. This week after year finally cycling outside and walking witgout crutches outside, painful but I'm at the point where I can't let too many muscles atrophy.

@nevadarn Ай бұрын

Thank you for this video - recent ankle replacement. Was told to go to one cane or crutch -50% wt bearing. Leaped at using a crutch - how much less cumbersome. But as I went to full, could not walk without a hitch /limp. PT said to strengthen my hip. That didn't really seem to be the whole problem. Watched your video - went back to crutches -even without bearing wt on them - HUGE difference. Will go back to crutches for relearning my center point. Yrs of pain on right foot then surgery makes me think my brain needs lots of retraining as well as my body. Thank you - I now have hope!!

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery!

@marieajordan2574 Ай бұрын

I broke my ankle in 2 places. February 23/24 Had surgery March 8th . 3 nights in hospital. I have a plate and 10 screws. in a walking boot. for the last 7 weeks. but able to put my weight now for 3 weeks. little at a time. went to therapy 2 times so far. but was give things to do at home. NOW !! on the 22 of March, I'm to go into a sneakers 👟 I AM SO WORRIED about this. onthe25 I go to therapy and so ill wait till them. But this is such a process. And I thank you so much , for all your help. Even my Dr. never tell me this ❤

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery!

@delroyhobbs7627 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for those tips don't try it as yet but I will be trying it

@SportsInjuryPhysio 2 ай бұрын

Good luck!

@remyprasad1852 2 ай бұрын

Awesome, I met with an accident n my right leg ankle fractured already done surgery, I think like this video of urs is specially for me, thank you so much

@SportsInjuryPhysio 2 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@MickTheDig 4 ай бұрын

I had surgery on my left ankle 3 months ago and when I was in the boot I used an EVENup Shoe Balancer/Leveler this kept my body pretty centered.

@Gbabyyy713 2 ай бұрын

How was your experience learning to use your foot again ? I’m currently 12 weeks non weight bearing they are going to approve me end of the month to weight bearing ,

@keshacarter2231 Ай бұрын

Thank you!

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

Welcome!

@user-od2uj8ps2u 6 күн бұрын

Great teaching.i had a surgery for broken ankle.doctor told for 3months nwb.next month 20 th july doctor said after x ray to go in to partial weight bearing.i am afraid.your teaching was more helpful to me and i have confidence to walk.thsnk you.

@SportsInjuryPhysio 6 күн бұрын

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery!

@mislayavila6256 4 ай бұрын

Thank you very much for your video! It is very helpful! Please, which schoes should I sure after the VACOped? Could you give me some examples??

@SportsInjuryPhysio 4 ай бұрын

Any running shoes with good support can work e.g. Hokas, or Asics etc. Just stay away from the super soft or squishy shoes (like some Nikes) or the memory foam ones because they won't provide enough support.

@zuliyatabosede9062 2 ай бұрын

This is awesome! Really helpful

@SportsInjuryPhysio 2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@anndelgado1521 5 ай бұрын

2 months ago, I fell off a step stool, and injured my foot with a tendinitis diagnosis. In an air cast for 6 wks. No weight bearing, after 2 months, just now starting to do partial weight bearing. Your video has shown me how to lessen the fear that I have about walking again. THANK YOU SO MUCH

@lamechmwale1442 3 ай бұрын

Eeee.ja😅l

@meganhenry5795 4 ай бұрын

I fractured my fibula and medial malleolus...1 week after surgery and it a cast. I'm soooo excited to start PT and start walking again. 🥳 I have a ways to go, but just want to say your videos are so helpful. Thank you!

@SportsInjuryPhysio 3 ай бұрын

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery!

@mishech3709 10 күн бұрын

How r u now? Do u walk without crutches now? I have same surgery 3 weeks ago...can u shear ur healing journey in short words after post surgery?

@Steve-lg2xt Ай бұрын

Had ACLr and used rom knee brace for 9 weeks. This week is 1st week without it. I am still learning an exercise for equal weight bearing. Thanks for the advices on this. I will practice these all

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

Great job!

@iam2273 Ай бұрын

Thank you❤

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

Welcome!

@Frivolous_ Ай бұрын

I had a femur fracture on this new year's eve. Doc told me to be on non weight bearing for complete 3 months since fracture was near the knee, it's been approx 1.5 months I'm walking through a stick & sometimes trying without it as well in between. Your video gave me so much knowledge & awareness. People like you are Angels! Take care mam :)

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

Glad you found it helpful!

@Me_Vasu Ай бұрын

very helpful, thanks for sharing. My ankle fracture is healed but having some issue with the soft tissue due to which I am having little pain. And especially when I rest for longer hours or in the morning when I woke up, I find it really difficult to transfer the weight. Gradually, with warm up, pain is very little but not negligible.

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@user-yw5zz4qv9q 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much.. i ended up finding this video as my non injured knee has been in pain as i still do the weight bearing on my non injured knee. Its been 3 years for my pcl avulsion fractured and i underwent surgery that failed. i still couldnt bear weight on my injured knee i have started with practicing this and see a hope!! The explaination is amazing . O would like to get on a video call but i dont see a link of website could you please share!!

@SportsInjuryPhysio 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing! You can book a video consultation here: www.sports-injury-physio.com/

@avinashbakash 18 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏

@SportsInjuryPhysio 18 күн бұрын

Welcome!

@BBMCV Ай бұрын

Thank you very much from France ! 🙏🏻👋🏻🇫🇷

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

Welcome!!

@BBMCV Ай бұрын

@@SportsInjuryPhysio 🥰♥️

@Randilynn66 3 ай бұрын

I have a trimalleor fracture. My dr. cleared me today for full weight bearing after 6 weeks. I had ORIF surgery and then a boot for a month. I was never casted. I start PT on Wednesday, although I had 6 sessions of at home PT that helped with stretching and balance.

@SportsInjuryPhysio 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@meganhenry5795 2 ай бұрын

I have the problem you mentioned where I'm not worried at all about bearing weight 🙈 I'm definitely limping and get frustrated sometimes...wondering when the stiffness will go away.

@leleedow4654 3 ай бұрын

I tore a bunch of ligaments in July‘23 just had surgery in Feb 2 cast is now off now I have to practice walking with my walking boot until I’m upgraded to an ankle brace in April.

@jpringle8981 3 ай бұрын

How u feeling now

@marilynjantjies9193 Ай бұрын

Week 3 now after a calcaneous osteotomy Left foot. Thanks for your video on walking with crutches and shadow walking. Im terrified to start weight bearing in another 3 weeks time. This video helped to ease my fears. Will definitely try your exercises when the time comes to do so😅😅

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching, and good luck with your recovery!

@joserojas8691 4 ай бұрын

I'm worried because I had reconstruction flat feet surgery repair, and doctors say I can start doing little weight back and someone exercises. So in 2 week put me physical therapy and going to need help

@wendy123. 4 ай бұрын

I broke my ankle last August did surgery September and now im doing partial weight bearing.

@nagamaninagamani7711 3 ай бұрын

Mam bigg salute to you ,i broke my ankle back ,my pop removed ,i tried so meny what's to walk but I didn't understand how to start, I'm scared to walk ,I just followed your vidio 1st attempt only i learned to walk properly Thank you so much for your knowledge,very useful vidio,lots of love❤❤❤❤

@SportsInjuryPhysio 3 ай бұрын

My pleasure 😊

@jimshelley8831 Ай бұрын

I fractured my ankle on April 1 st in Thailand where i live. My plaster has come off ,i still have to use crutches for a few weeks. My physiotherapy has started but i think ive lost a bit of confidence to start walking when my leg is fully healed in 3 months time.

@user-ij1tt3mp7o 5 ай бұрын

I graduated in 2005 as a medical biller and. So i dont have the books i need. Do u know where i can start ?

@lesleyducoing6762 3 ай бұрын

I broke my tibia 1 place and fibula 2 place. Due to my size crutches was like a hazard for myself. So I was in a wheelchair now I am using a walker w ankle brace. The break is still not fully healed & it been 7 months since injury. It’s only been a month and a half since I was placed w brace. I have been and out physically therapy because my dr of physical therapy has had to cancel my follow ups and their aids cannot work w me until the dr sees me. My mind sees me walking my body starts to walk then it’s like nope pain. Needless to say I am frustrated & scared to walk or not to get back to walking without assistance. I will be using your video on top of my at home work papers from my physical therapy team. Thank you.

@SportsInjuryPhysio 3 ай бұрын

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery.

@muktimasih9733 3 ай бұрын

Hello, I had the exact same fracture. My OCF surgery happened on October 3rd 2023. It has been five months since, and from Mid January I began using the arm crutch and from Mid Feb, I was told to take it off and walk. But the pain is unbearable. So I still use the crutch, more for moral support and also because I know pain and fear combined can cause more injuries. So just want to say it;s getting better each day, I am trying to overcome the fear one at a time each day, and walking with my arm crutch for 25 minutes 4 times a week. Plus daily self-physio. Hang in there. It will get better I promise.

@lesleyducoing6762 3 ай бұрын

@@muktimasih9733 VA hospital sent me out patient for ortho, and by the time they found an ortho and got me scheduled they couldn't operate.

@user-jg1hg4en6z 5 ай бұрын

Age 55. Trimaleolar fracture dec 17, surgery and hardware installed dec 19, cast removed Jan 5 and staples (36) removed. Waited a week+ for sutures and staple holes to heel and started swim/pool work myself Jan 15. Consisting of a mix of water running, water polo drills, swimming (50m), building various exercises like calf/foot rolls, squats, walking in water starting at shoulder depth and progressing to waist depth after 10 sessions (on top of exercises in desk chair at work and home). 6 weeks post surgery was Jan 30 and official 6 week check up for x-rays and evaluation is Feb 2 for official go-ahead for weight bearing (I have started with air cast over a week ago and can walk well in the air cast but only do so with knee scooter close by getting to pool from car is on knee scooter down to bleacher, swim suit under sweat pants and swim parka, so just take off air cast and sweat pants on bleacher and crawl on my but the 10 feet to the deep end).

@user-jg1hg4en6z 4 ай бұрын

Feb 14 update, can walk easily with air cast going on 3 weeks, if it is icy will use a cane for stability. Can walk without air cast at home but only do so when doing physio. Plantar flexion is almost as good as the right ankle, dorsal flexion still working on, I feel this when lunging my right foot forward (I only do this in chest deep water at this point). Cannot turn my left foot in as far as my right yet. I can do breast stroke kick though with a bit of force, could keep up with freestylers doing my breaststroke for a set of 100s.

@stephenmorris2726 3 ай бұрын

March 5 - 10 weeks following my trimaleolar fracture surgery. Since my last update I had been only using the Air Cast/walking cast at work. At home I had not been using it. This week I have been walking around with regular hiking boots. Walking is good. I can support weight and balance on the damaged left ankle (even raising my right leg), of course balance is not as good as the right unbroken ankle. The difference is most noticeable when doing lunges, specifically when I lunge with the right foot. Anyway, I have another month for my 3 month check-up so I will continue doing my workouts and hopefully the Dr will give me good news and allow some jogging. With my fracture my fibula was completely broken at an angle, on that I have multiple plates with 5 screws holding them in. On the tibia, most trimaleolar fractures I have seen on KZfaq have 1 or 2 long screws holding the tibial fracture, I had multiple so I have plates with 6 screws holding them, and the rear of my tibia was also fractured so I have another screw there holding the back.

@madelynkelly5777 3 ай бұрын

@stephenmorris2726 Thank you for the updates. Same..Trimalleolar fractures on January 26, surgery was Feb 2nd. I've been in this cast , my heel and foot hurt on a 4 level, my ankle hurting more recently. Tomorrow March 11th, xray possible removal of cast and into a walking boot. I am scared to death. My toes have been tingling since this happened and had to move my toes. Worried we we start the walking boot I am going to make thing worse.. Good luck on your recovery.

@stephenmorris2726 3 ай бұрын

@@madelynkelly5777 Good luck - a little longer in the surgery cast but different surgeons have different approaches. I know with mine the 2 weeks post surgery I had the swelling go down in my ankle and my calf had atrophied quite a bit so my cast was very loose - I probably could have slid out of it like a boot. The best piece of equipment I used was a knee scooter. In terms of therapy if you have a facility that offers water therapy try that. I went to the water very quickly but I am a swimmer/water polo/triathlete and I have a great deal of personal aquatic therapy experience from decades ago that is another story. In terms of the air cast - get the taller one. That will have more support. I did get a second ankle one, mainly for my bike on my bike trainer, but I found the ankle air cast was not as good as the taller one.

@stephenmorris2726 3 ай бұрын

@@madelynkelly5777 Good luck on your recovery. In terms of the tingling, I also had tingling toes, ankle foot. That is normal with the swelling, as the swelling goes down it gets better. It seems that most of the videos I have seen with people that have this injury the dorsal flexión seems to be the hardest to get back. And that is needed to go down stairs, walk etc. My surgeon did say he had to remove damaged cartilage, which has been my biggest concern since I woke up after the surgery.

@ursulalucejelliman2888 4 ай бұрын

Thankyou

@SportsInjuryPhysio 4 ай бұрын

Welcome

@Titanicwillneverbeforgotten 4 ай бұрын

This is gonna help me because in 2 weeks I will be partial weight bearing after a tibia spiral fracture

@Gbabyyy713 2 ай бұрын

How r u doing with your recovery ?

@Titanicwillneverbeforgotten 2 ай бұрын

@@Gbabyyy713 i am fully healed, Back to sports and running with no issue

@mustaphamohammed5151 12 күн бұрын

How long did it take u to recover?

@Titanicwillneverbeforgotten 12 күн бұрын

@@mustaphamohammed5151 about 4-5 months

@jpxcifista 5 ай бұрын

Hi Maryke, I twisted my ankle on November 16 while playing football. I thought it was a ligament sprain and rested wearing a bandage for 2-3 weeks gradually bearing weight . I was able to walk and do everything normally with slight pain in my ligaments after 4 weeks from injury but the swelling was still there so i took an x-ray where i got to know i had a hairline fracture in my lower 1/3rd of fibula. I wore a POP cast on Dec 12th and i removed it after 3 weeks , i was able to walk with little pain and discomfort . I took the x-ray again , found out that the fracture is not yet healed and the doctor asked me to wear the cast again for 3 weeks . Last week (Jan 22nd) I removed the cast and the doctor said the fracture is healed but i was experiencing severe pain just to land my foot , he said its because of the stiffness due to immobilozation and it will reduce over a week .I did small exercises for the past one week but now also I am not able to bear weight. It's like the small improvement i feel while doing exercises one day is completely gone when i wake up the next day. Can you please share your thoughts and recommendations?

@SportsInjuryPhysio 5 ай бұрын

I think this video may be useful to watch - it explains why it can be so tricky after long period in cast: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p52RgLhq2MfQkok.html If you want help with your rehab and an exercise plan, this is something that our team of physios can assess and help you with via video call. You can read more about how the online consultations work here: www.sports-injury-physio.com/services

@ingridrombouts 4 ай бұрын

🙏thanks

@SportsInjuryPhysio 4 ай бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

@prisochoo2225 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. Just started walking with the boots but my doctor said it’s ok to walk without it

@SportsInjuryPhysio 2 ай бұрын

You are welcome!

@rkearneyt 9 күн бұрын

Before I broke my ankle ,l always had mobility problems after # 5 knee surgeries. Be in a cast for 2 months. I can't seem to get on walker.Even with therapy GOING to.a Nursing home.

@marinastleger3216 4 ай бұрын

Hi, do you have any links for help with physio exercises after a fused knee,( knee Arthrodesis)? My friends physio has been delayed and I want to find things to help, things she should be doing now. She has the fusion over Christmas. Thank you for any pointers and help 🙏

@SportsInjuryPhysio 4 ай бұрын

That's not really something we've worked with much and the exercises will very much depend on what she is capable of, so I'm afraid I cant help.

@marinastleger3216 4 ай бұрын

@@SportsInjuryPhysio it is quite a rare operation. Thanks for replying

@alexrave0302 5 ай бұрын

3 weeks after ankle reconstruction surgery and very hesitantly I’ve started to put pressure on my foot literally just enough to feel both feet in the floor. It does not help that my husband is terrified of me injuring my ankle while on recovery,

@christinasimpson2293 3 ай бұрын

Trimalleolar break. 4 weeks post op and terrified to weight bear. Thank you

@SportsInjuryPhysio 3 ай бұрын

Keep it up

@jessicanugent2505 26 күн бұрын

I am just over 1 week into trimalleolar break, with plate and screws. I am in a cast for another week, and my surgeon will then reasses for next steps. When is it realistic to be able to expect to start bearing even partial weight?

@dogbehaviourclinic2022 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. Just had my cast off after 6 weeks non weight bearing and have been told I can now fully weight bear. I do have a cam boot but am only partially weight bearing and using crutches. I am terrified to fully weight bear. This will really help me start to weight bear!

@SportsInjuryPhysio 2 ай бұрын

Best of luck!

@m.taylor 2 ай бұрын

Me too. Just got my cast removed. I am using crutches to support my retraining to walk. My muscles and ligaments around the fracture are so tight and painful.

@dogbehaviourclinic2022 2 ай бұрын

@@m.taylor Good luck. One week on and following these exercises I have more range of movement. Had to go back to hospital Monday for them to check my swollen purple foot! Normal apparently! Have now been told not to use the boot! Still no referral for physio so thank goodness for these videos!

@m.taylor 2 ай бұрын

@@dogbehaviourclinic2022 That is great that you have more range of motion from doing these exercises. I have a referral note for physio but am afraid to step outside in the event I may fall and break more bones. Thank goodness for youtube. Take care.

@dogbehaviourclinic2022 2 ай бұрын

@@m.taylor Still no physio appt! Would be lost without these exercises. Going outside for the first time is scary but once you get over the fear, it is fine. I am now able to go up to kennels again to work with the dogs (albeit sitting down and having to get a lift there and back). Almost able to get my foot flat with my leg straight. Wasn't prepared for all the new aches and pains in various parts of my ankle, foot and leg! Everything is still so tight.

@jade4727 3 ай бұрын

I had my ACL replaced with autograft by artroscopy 5 weeks ago and i was non weight bearing for 4 weeks. Now i have started to put some weight on it but i was so frightened. I walked for a few days with 1 crutch only but i have tender muscles on the opposite calf because i don't have the courage or feeling of walking with that midpoint correctly. This video is helping me because i feel the transition from crutches to no crutches is really rushed and they look at me like i am a scared kid but i simply cannot yet go without the crutches. I notice i find the midpoint if i use lightly both crutches, just touching then to the ground and trying to keep the weight mostly on the legs. I am going to exercise some more. I don't want to lose the crutches only to walk inclined to one side and in pain.

@SportsInjuryPhysio 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery.

@eleniantoniou534 11 күн бұрын

I was non weight bearing for 7 months using a knee scooter. Expected to go straight to walking with no physio

@nandakrishnan1049 Ай бұрын

Hi mam, I met with an accident , my case being a compound fracture -mainly proximal 3rd tibia fracture - its 10days post surgery with titanium plates inserted - no swelling - quite easy bend and movement with knee but still i have not started with any partial weight bearing to even start with- may i know when is the right time to start doing it- no stiffness over ankle n knee ,but havent explored what it means to say a weight bearing would feel like ?( Injury 2 inches below the knee ) Anything you would like to share considering my case .

@SportsInjuryPhysio 29 күн бұрын

You need to ask your doctor - I can't provide safe advice without assessing you and knowing your full situation in detail.

@Janetjones. 3 ай бұрын

I've got two knees that needs replacing I fell a few days ago and now got weber c ankle break full moulded cast toe to knee my problem is I cannot weight bear they've given me a zimmer frame I put all my weight on good foot and use upper body strength unfortunately the only way to move is put my non weight bearing foot to the floor with hardly any weight on it I have to go to fracture clinic Monday to see if its move I had realignment am I doing a lot more damage? If so it will be pinned thanks in advance Janet Jones

@SportsInjuryPhysio 3 ай бұрын

Hi Janet - one of those knee scooter things may be of use - but not sure if it will work with your knees being bad - perhaps getting a memory foam cushion for on top can also help: geni.us/gPMZ

@anjalundie3430 4 ай бұрын

Hi Maryke. I'm not weight bearing yet. Had surgery on 19/01/2024 after a trimalleolar fracture. Would you be able to advise whether I am allowed to do tiny exercises? Wiggling my toes Stretching toes outward While seated with elevated foot, reach to touch my toes Pushing my heel 'forward' I would really appreciate it ❤

@anjalundie3430 4 ай бұрын

I'm currently in a 'half cast', going for first check-up on 13/02/2024

@SportsInjuryPhysio 4 ай бұрын

You need to ask your doctor who did the surgery - I can't provide safe advice on this - they will know what is important at this point.

@keveen2 25 күн бұрын

Calcaneus fracture! No caste or surgery so I can move my foot and ankle. Hope I can start walking at 6 weeks. Using ultrasound, Low Level Laser and a Painpod Mi as home therapy as no physio advice yet! NHS. Can't tense calf muscle so unused. What about compression socks? Would cycling be ok if given the go ahead?

@SportsInjuryPhysio 24 күн бұрын

You will need to ask your doctor about cycling - but I don't think that is an option if you're not allowed to weight bear. Compression socks may be useful.

@keveen2 23 күн бұрын

@@SportsInjuryPhysio Thanks. I meant cycling after the 6 weeks if I am given the go ahead to start gradual walking. 👍

@julissarivera4682 Ай бұрын

I fractured my ankle skating did not need surgery and i’ve been in a cast non weight bearing for the past 5 weeks. I get my cast off tomorrow and get a walking boot i’m a bit scared but hopefully I got this.

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching, and good luck!

@flyingbacon0523 5 ай бұрын

fractured my ankle (the lateral malleolus right) abit more than 6 weeks ago, took my cast off recently . Been wearing an ankle brace one doctor said I could start slowly weight bearing and another said wait some weeks as the fracture hasn't fully united yet. What would you recommend?

@SportsInjuryPhysio 5 ай бұрын

Careful weightbearing can often help fractures heal better but I can't suggest what is right for you because I don't know your case.

@scjester9 Ай бұрын

Did you have surgery? If not how quickly did you transition to full weight bearing in regular shoes once you were cleared from no weight bearing? I’m in a boot right now and barely bearing any weight with crutches. My doctor told me he hopes I’ll be in shoes in 4 weeks.

@MeMe-sy4sb Ай бұрын

My uncle broke his hip. He refused to ever use his legs again bc of pain & fear of pain. He is now at a Veterans home wheelchair bound.

@SportsInjuryPhysio 29 күн бұрын

😞

@agnieszkapyzowskalisek6189 2 ай бұрын

Hello, l fractured my ancle with open dislocation. I had a plaster on for 6 weeks and l started physiotherapy and exercises now at home. I have a question how long will it take me to walk on my feet normally again?

@SportsInjuryPhysio 2 ай бұрын

It can take about 8 to 12 weeks, from when you are allowed full weightbearing - but this can vary a lot.

@ladyofsparda Ай бұрын

What should I do if when I attempt to stand normally I feel pain on the backside of my calf ? I have normal range of motion in my leg and foot but can’t stand without discomfort and I’ve lost a good portion of strength to walk. 😢 I didn’t break anything , I had skin cancer surgery on my foot that caused intense swelling / pain that kept me off my foot for a couple weeks and now I’m trying to get back to normal with some difficulty. I didn’t expect it to affect me the way it did. I thought I would be able to bounce back once my excision site was healed enough.

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

To know what you can do to help it, one has to understand what is actually causing the pain. So, I suggest you consult a physiotherapist who can assess it for you and give you the correct advice. This is also something that our team of physios can assess and help you with via video call. You can read more about how the online consultations work here: www.sports-injury-physio.com/

@KelleyEvans 3 күн бұрын

Broken ankle. Trimalleolar. Had ORIF surgery, and I'm still non-weight-bearing at 11 weeks. My range of motion is terrible. I go for my 12 weeks next Wednesday, and because of that terrible range of motion, I don't know if I can do this. My foot won't go back at all. I do all the exercises, and nothing... Terrified.

@jodiegray4645 2 ай бұрын

broke and dislocated my ankle feb 24th surgery on the 26th.. Just cleared for full weight ber yesterday. So scared to walk

@NiniWalks 4 ай бұрын

I am on 5th week after fibula (weber A area) fracture ORIF surgery. I was given 50% weight bearing exactly on 30th day after surgery. But Doc gave me a boot like thing too for using till 6th week. I tried walking without it and I was fine. Should i leave that boot and try walking or continue till 6th week

@SportsInjuryPhysio 4 ай бұрын

Follow your doctor's instructions - they know what is right for your case

@AbundanceKnockout 3 ай бұрын

I'm still in a walking boot with crutches. What alterations do you recommend

@SportsInjuryPhysio 3 ай бұрын

I can't really safely advise on this because I don't know your situation and what you are allowed to do and not allowed to do in your boot. Your physio should be able to give tailored advice.

@nollaigire2367 6 ай бұрын

Just what I need cannot walk much

@shipahi3456 18 күн бұрын

im finally able to walk very normally and im feeling better and better about my midline, though walking long distance is tough! im talking like more than 5 minutes, tendon pain kicks me! how to have more tolerance to longer duration??

@SportsInjuryPhysio 18 күн бұрын

That really depends on your injury and specific situation - your physiotherapist who is helping with your rehab is best placed to advise on this. If you wanted help with your rehab and an exercise plan, this is something that our team of physios can assess and help you with via video call. You can read more about how the online consultations work here: www.sports-injury-physio.com/

@pemonpachi5706 16 күн бұрын

On Tuesday i fell down badly from the wall whilst was bouldering, rolled my ankle ,didn’t swollen straight away but was painful couldn’t walk but i stand on it , and next day sis swollen and bruised . Been 4 days, its less swollen its not hurting, I can’t walk on it .. Thanks for the advice 🙏🏽

@SportsInjuryPhysio 16 күн бұрын

Good luck with your recovery!

@mprakashb.e8040 4 ай бұрын

Hi, I got fractured and slight dislocation in 2nd metatarsal of my left foot and fixed the dislocation with small labrascopic process on 19.Jan.2024. Now at 17.Feb.2024. doctor confirmed perfect bone development, removed the locating pin from leg and advised to walk slightly. But unfortunately i got foot drop and cant lift my ankle and leg fingers. Also there is swelling still seen in my leg. Am confused and worrying how could i walk normally in future.😢 😢. Pls advise me.

@SportsInjuryPhysio 4 ай бұрын

Ask your doctor to refer you to a physiotherapist - they will be able to assess it for you and give you rehab exercises to help you walk normal again.

@surazsrz6230 3 ай бұрын

I got grade I lateral malleolus fracture its been 4 weeks doctor just told to elevate the leg but not any other specific guidance. But i am really struggling for washroom purposes. Can i now walk on my own with the support of crutches ?

@SportsInjuryPhysio 3 ай бұрын

Please ask your doctor - we can't tell what is right for you without knowing your complete situation and doing an assessment.

@mkaligaming 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for this. After 4 weeks of non weight bearing after a microfracture procedure on my knee, I started weight bearing today with my physio. Im using crutches to start weight bearing. The sensations and feelings in my foot are weird and I have pain in my heel, side of my foot and my calf muscle is cramping. The knee itself does hurt too. My physio was excellent to get me moving but now I’m on my own I’m finding it so hard. Got plenty of exercises to build my muscles up again

@SportsInjuryPhysio 4 ай бұрын

Best of luck!

@alwaysreturnNurgirl 5 күн бұрын

Good luck! Im sure your a lot better now

@KonoComplex 2 ай бұрын

My foot hurts from the heel and the sole of the foot, what should I do with the exercise? Less weight, less angle? Or should I just wait to go to the Physio?

@SportsInjuryPhysio 2 ай бұрын

It's really best to ask a physio who can check it for you.

@KellyThompsonwriter 3 ай бұрын

I’m two weeks out on 5M fracture in foot mid shaft non displaced and told I can WB as tolerated. I cannot lift my heel like that as I am told to wear a boot or the flat shoe to prevent exactly that movement.

@SportsInjuryPhysio 3 ай бұрын

This video is not for you if you need to wear a boot - this video is for when you are allowed to walk without the boot on. So, you have to wait a bit.

@vanivg6243 3 ай бұрын

Pls make a vedio for ROM😊

@SportsInjuryPhysio 3 ай бұрын

I've added it to the list but it will unfortunately take time to make - ask you doctor to refer you to a physio who can give you exercises in the meantime.

@TonyDoubleTrouble 2 ай бұрын

I walked up my garden for the first time without a crutch today. As you say, it its weird.

@hhamlin05 19 күн бұрын

I broke my ankle in 3 different places in January 18th and had my surgery Feb 5th...im still not walking without crutches yet smh it's starting to definitely get depressing

@agnieszkapyzowskalisek6189 Ай бұрын

Hello! I had fracture my ancle with dislocation. I started walking but l am walking not like normally walking only slowly. I am making exercises at home. I had operation on February, after six weeks in a cast. Since April l started exercises, l had appointment two times in a week with physiotherapist. How long it will be before l will walk normaly??

@SportsInjuryPhysio 29 күн бұрын

We all recover at different rates, so I can't really predict. Your physio will be able to make a better guess at it because they will be able to tell how much you have already improved in the last few weeks and how long it will then likely take to get back to normal.

@marthakasongo6758 Ай бұрын

My Dr told me that I had a minor fracture on my ankle . She gave walking boots and clutches. When can I put my foot down ?

@SportsInjuryPhysio 29 күн бұрын

Ask your doctor - they must guide your treatment.

@keeganthambiran1375 2 ай бұрын

I'm currently 2 weeks and 2 days into a fractured fibula situation. Been in a half cast from 30 March to 9 April, and now in a moonboot permanently. My bad leg is gone so much thinner, thigh and calf muscle shrunk so much and I still got 2.5 weeks to go in this boot, until my final x-ray. Will I ever get the muscles back and will my left leg get back to it's normal size? It's freaking me out and really messing me up psychologically🙏🏾

@SportsInjuryPhysio 2 ай бұрын

Of course it will! It's normal to worry about this but it will come back through rehab. Just know that it can take several months of consistent rehab to get it back to normal.

@keeganthambiran1375 2 ай бұрын

@@SportsInjuryPhysio Thank you for your reply. I will do what's necessary. Your videos really help too🙏🏾

@emiliaetongwe9733 4 ай бұрын

I had a surgery on the 5 of January 2024 . Tibia after how many weeks or months can I be putting weight on the leg

@SportsInjuryPhysio 4 ай бұрын

Ask your doctor - it will depend on how well the surgery went and how well you are healing.

@charlie91757 2 ай бұрын

Any advice i twisted my ankle 7 days ago only just able to stand on it when i walk i cant roll heel to toe , its like my foot wont let me i try to but the nakle is stuck in flat foot postion for walking

@SportsInjuryPhysio 2 ай бұрын

Sounds like you perhaps need to get it checked to make sure you are ready for walking. This video may also provide some ideas: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/btCqmNhzz56adX0.html If you wanted help with your rehab and an exercise plan, this is something that our team of physios can assess and help you with via video call. You can read more about how the online consultations work here: www.sports-injury-physio.com/services

@sharonsimmons5368 Ай бұрын

Hi I broke my ankle 3weeks ago an it's an in a cast I wondering do I have with a cane when the cast get removed because I have to get back to work I'm scared I'm 54 yes old

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

It can be useful to have a crutch or can for the first few weeks after you come out of the cast- your doctor or physio can help you understand how to best transition.

@nfamarajaiteh5335 Ай бұрын

Hello, my dear I’m Nfamara Jaiteh I do replacement to my right side but my right side longer than left side how to do I need your idea please 🙏🙏

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

Hi there, We cannot provide individual treatment advice without doing an in-depth assessment of your injury and your personal circumstances, as the advice might not be appropriate for you. You're welcome to book a video consultation with one of our physios if you would like an assessment and a personalised treatment plan: www.sports-injury-physio.com/

@agnieszkapyzowskalisek6189 Ай бұрын

Hello! I started to walk after operatiin ancle, but l walk very slowly. How can l walk quicker what to do with this???. I am doing exercises at home.

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

Your walking will improve as your ankle recovers and strengthens - keep doing your rehab and ask your physio to progress the exercises once they become easy.

@user-it2ld6ec1d Ай бұрын

Excellent delivery...do you do a video for post bunion surgery?

@SportsInjuryPhysio Ай бұрын

Unfortunately we don't. Thank you for the suggestion - I've put it on the to-do list.

@craftyvickyo Ай бұрын

Yes, please! I'm 5 months post bunion and walking but I'm still so nervous to put all my weight.

@linahmaringa3987 4 ай бұрын

I have been on external fixator for 11 months due to tibia fibula fracture and my ankle is very stiff. Which exercises can I do to make it loose and back to its original state ?

@clashwithyazan1182 4 ай бұрын

Did you try going to physical therapy?

@linahmaringa3987 4 ай бұрын

Yes however he can’t do much since my bone is not completely joined and he is scared he might misalign it

@linahmaringa3987 4 ай бұрын

I have started walking without crutches and moonboot last week and my ankle is very painful

@SportsInjuryPhysio 4 ай бұрын

It is really important to follow the guidelines of your physio and doctor who knows your situation - if your physiotherapist is unsure, they need to check with the doctor who is in charge of your care.

@linahmaringa3987 4 ай бұрын

Thank You. I will bring this up to the Dr