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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.
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@anthonydavis4829 3 года назад

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

@russellperry6155 3 года назад

Very Valuable information

@lespangen 3 года назад

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

@lespangen 2 года назад

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 года назад

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 RU-vid 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)

@jhan69 2 года назад

@mudliuarh 3 года назад

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

@barbgreen7350 3 года назад

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

@rehabhqofficial 3 года назад

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

@atommarasigan6744 3 года назад

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 года назад

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!!

@olusanyakehinde1154 3 года назад

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

@joseburgos5106 3 года назад

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.

@sigridomeara5658 3 года назад

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

@janehumphrey7189 2 года назад

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!!!!

@abayomiolunloyo9939 3 года назад

Great work doctor. Much love

@donnaribotto2651 Год назад

Just love your channel. More gait tools 👍👍👍

@tennakrupsdahl8184 Год назад

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

@ashadiwakardiya 3 года назад

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😘😘😘

@loloallen1954 3 года назад

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

@maureengilroy-thomas1157 Месяц назад

Thank so much for your extraordinarily helpful advice

@brooksashcraft6854 3 года назад

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

@rehabhqofficial 3 года назад

yay!

@gaurav2009june Год назад

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

@jeaninegonzalez5701 2 месяца назад

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

@rabiahgaskin3919 3 года назад

#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!

@johnspisak9729 3 года назад

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

@andylim3810 2 года назад

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

@darkodarkovic7827 3 года назад

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.

@rizaflores5504 3 года назад

Thank you for this video

@teresacollinsporterfield5488 3 года назад

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 года назад

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

@hectorgalvansr.8688 3 года назад

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

@Bethh3890 7 месяцев назад

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

@sarahnesh6664 3 года назад

Thank you for this video ....

@kellyhamlett3150 Год назад

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.

@theanonymousdisabledgirl Год назад

Amazing info! Thank you.

@harjsoodi4766 Год назад

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🙏🏼

@MsKillian8 10 месяцев назад

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.

@natalieroesch8577 2 года назад

Have helped so much.

@karenspivey9420 3 года назад

very helpful! Thank you!

@poojahm120 6 месяцев назад

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

@MakerMeraki 3 года назад

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

@rehabhqofficial 3 года назад

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

@amurphful 3 года назад

Yes another video please!

@selinahunter5635 3 года назад

Thank you so much

@awayne56 3 года назад

#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!

@fredkotthaus1518 3 года назад

# gait tools, thanks again for this video.

@andreagerardi5320 6 месяцев назад

This is great!

@frannymoore Год назад

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 Год назад

Yay! Glad it helped!

@patriciahouston-martinez6858 Год назад

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! ❤❤❤

@MrUncleParker 2 года назад

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.

@dollySouthEastHuman 3 года назад

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

@dancers1113 3 года назад

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 года назад

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

@rehabhqofficial 3 года назад

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

@HalfWarrior 3 года назад

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!

@nathalie7790 3 года назад

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

@mettyruth155 2 года назад

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

@plramirez2449 3 года назад

#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!

@relaxwithnature6532 3 года назад

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 года назад

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. 😊

@kensmith9430 3 года назад

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!

@VEGASOSO53 2 года назад

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

@su-laihamilton5517 Месяц назад

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!

@MK-fi6mh 3 года назад

Respect - thank you

@moe485 5 месяцев назад

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

@scottbevil6921 3 года назад

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

@lanusungit714 Год назад

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

@perlaguerra2665 2 года назад

Thank you

@millicentagena6864 Год назад

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.

@lynnecameron6645 3 года назад

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 года назад

Hey Lynne do y use your walker on a treadmill?

@lynnecameron6645 3 года назад

@@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.

@privatenexus5764 Год назад

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"

@jaywatson4645 Год назад

#gait tools thank you for these videos

@brainwreck1576 3 года назад

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 года назад

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

@Sunshine-Nina 3 года назад

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

@rehabhqofficial 3 года назад

Hi Nina! Thank you 😊

@deborahklaisle6175 3 года назад

#gait tools

@renjithkumar.r810 3 года назад

Please make a vdo about finger grip &muscle improvement finger

@iamnumberfour383 3 года назад

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

@mylynmawili3047 3 года назад

Are you from Philippines...

@ritavassallo5663 2 года назад

Very helpful

@user-gs5ox9ep5y Год назад

so good thankyou mam tara, i dont skip ads

@BR9900-w5l 3 года назад

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 года назад

Yes! I love crawling activities 😊

@franciscotrujillo7201 2 года назад

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

@davedanny9053 2 года назад

Good work

@davedanny9053 2 года назад

Love you dr.

@abennett0695 2 года назад

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 года назад

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

@neelamsharma2196 3 года назад

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 года назад

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

@feliciatapscott4404 Год назад

Thanks

@nitinyadav6562 2 года назад

थैंक for sharing

@nolaigmckaigney7135 2 года назад

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

@torilynnboyd7768 3 года назад

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

@jpolo7723 3 года назад

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 года назад

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.

@cyndylee147 4 часа назад

So helpful

@bobcahoon1397 2 года назад

I am a parcel quad and have C3-C7 fusion. So many things to work on. Knee won't extend on swing through for a heal strike. I have spasticity and don't know if it is the hamstring stopping it or quad straight. I love your videos and appreciate your assistance.

@Tampa2Enjoy 3 года назад

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

@eyal297 3 года назад

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

@karimogando8902 3 года назад

I got very interested in the swedish knee cage! I am 5 years post stroke and still fighting with knee hyperextension. Could you tell us more about its therapeutic use, please?

@usbly 3 года назад

Very Nice...

@David-oe1xj 3 года назад

Off topic, like the new hair look!

@khoadley5023 3 года назад

Thanks for another great and helpful video!#gaittools

@magnusehijie4011 3 года назад

Thanks a lot for this. Please how about getting the arm hand and fingers back to normal movements? Please help. God bless you

@curtisp70 3 года назад

# gait tools I love these videos

@shakeelahmad6450 3 года назад

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

@mariemedeiros5672 3 года назад

I have a very arthritic knee on my stroke affected leg, causing added complications in stretching and exercising

@davidarisa3660 Год назад

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 года назад

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

@alice-lynnnewman5987 3 года назад

Thank you so much for your informative videos. I had a stroke 3 months ago and am ambulating without an assistive device now. I walk with my arms extended and use arm swing. I am very fearful of falling because I don’t think my affected arm will extend and my hand hit the ground to protect my face. Does the protective extension reflex come back on the affected arm? Thank you very much.

@suzesalmon9729 5 дней назад

Excellent information 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

@sandralowery4618 Год назад

Very interesting

@natalieroesch8577 2 года назад

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

@malkytannenbaumhaimoff1968 3 года назад

Thank you for these great tools! Can you please provide the link to the knee immobilizer you demonstrated in this video? Also please share more #gaittools and #standingtools for those who are still working on the sit-to-stand phase. Thank you!

@rehabhqofficial 3 года назад

Thanks! I am glad it was helpful. I have this made for use in my clinic.