The Safest Way to Walk with A Walker; Including Non-Weight bearing

[@doriantaylor5243]

It’s a great video but I think it would be more efficient if you showed someone who actually needed it. I’m an incomplete paraplegicAnd I see this a lot when demonstrating adaptive equipment. You can only show so much from somebody who doesn’t need it at all. Even the way you going to demonstrate weight-bearing on the walker versus not weight-bearing is going to be completely different.

[@LilBit_Everything]

Idk as someone who was healthy and got into a car accident and became non weight bearing and now easing into partial weight bearing. This was exactly how my pt told me to do it and I don't think it's any different from how they used it versus how I use it.

[@doriantaylor5243]

@@LilBit_Everything I don’t know what it is that makes you unable to weight bear but I am not unhealthy I just can’t walk. That being said you were in a physical therapist office correct? Therefore you had someone physically showing you how to do it. I still think it would be more efficient if they showed people who actually needed it. They may be physical therapist but the fact is someone who uses a mobility device does it hours a day 365 days a week. They are going to be able to show you much better than someone who has not had that experience. 11 years in the game

[@LilBit_Everything]

@@doriantaylor5243 I never said you were unhealthy. I was referring to myself because I feel broken now. I was in a car accident. Someone blew through a stop sign in front of me and I hit them going 55 tried to avoid them and rolled into a ditch. I was in the hospital for a week and then in rehab for 2 more weeks. Personally the way the original pt guy I saw while in the hospital explained it way better and used your movements and where you out weight to help move you versus the girls I saw in rehab. Nothing against them personally. They were still very knowledgeable. I understand what you're saying about learning tips and tricks but that's all going to come down to personal preference to some degree as well as maybe potentially not engaging in what is consider safe or stable. Plenty I've done to simplify that none of my PT people would recommend doing because it isn't considered safe but it makes my day less exhausting and tiring to do it that way.

[@doriantaylor5243]

@@LilBit_Everything You just explained why these videos are not efficient. I spent six weeks in rehab and two weeks rolling around with other people in wheelchairs taught memore than I could ever know. Good luck on your journey. You may be feel broken now but you’re not. There is no difference between what you’re going through and a broken arm. Your life has changed now no doubt but you’re still a whole person. I became a paraplegic from a really tragic violent incident. Took me years to feel this way I hope one day you get there as well

[@doriantaylor5243]

Best of luck! God bless

[@tjlovehopefaith4766]

Dear Bob and Brad, you two alone have done more to help me heal than every doctor I have ever encountered. GOD Bless you both and Thankyou.

[@cynthiagreske5957]

Amen to that. I just had brain surgery and I had never used a walker or a cane before and this show was immeasurably helpful and practical for me to use after my surgery.

[@AWitchAndACat]

I had back surgery in 2019, and I am just at the point now where I can use a walker at home. I just got it today. Thank you for these tips, it's a long road but I am making it back. :-)

[@theresalanghofer209]

Great video. I had 3D Lapiplasty bunion surgery. The hospital sent me home with a walker due to non bearing weight on affected foot. My arms were exhausted after using. Little did I know the walker was too tall for me. I adjusted,as per the video, and what a difference it made. I had to adjust it down three notches! Bob and Brad, as always, great info. Thank you.

[@hanbulban3131]

The problem is none of these videos have people with actual fractures and cam boots on demonstrating the correct way to use a walker or crutch, it looks too easy here you can’t just slide the good leg forward because of the cam boot (rocker sole heel to toe movement) and the weak injured leg/ankle. You have to sort partial hop the good leg. I wish there was a video with actual injured person using cam boot teaching how to use a walker properly I’m finding it extremely frustrating recovering in a boot from my foot and ankle injuries due to mostly misleading information and videos that don’t represent things accurately

[@wendypetersen7529]

I broke my foot and had surgery. First I tried using a walker as I'm dangerous on crutches. By the time I'd hopped down my hallway with the walker I was absolutely exhausted it took so much effort. I ended up getting a kneelie walker

[@gracerc6154]

I got exhausted using walker or cruthes for anything more than a few feet. So a knee rest scooter enabeled me to do so much more when non weight bearing. Once I was weight bearing as tolerated,, I used walker or crutches. Also, my non wheeled walker was much more stable when the front two legs were set a notch taller than the back 2 legs. It was not so prone to tipping forward. ( I had left ankle surgery)

[@MommaBearsCorner]

if your using a walker.. my advice is USE WRIST BANDS on your wrist so you dont develop capel tunnel.

[@icgreener]

Thank You so much 😊 Being a caregiver for my father 88 and bro with cerebral palsy 62 ...😳😄 great information. Oh the story’s 😂🤣😂 sometimes I don’t know weather to laugh or cry 😊👍🏼😇

[@chrissieadams6943]

wow now I know why both shoulders are hurting me, because my walker isn't low enough and wont go any lower, I have femur fracture fixed with plates and screws non weight bearing thanks Chrissie A England united kingdom x

[@ruthj.4845]

I cracked my patella in a fall on Christmas morning. ☹ I can't get an ortho Dr. till Mon AM. ER put a demobilizing splint/brace on it and gave me crutches with no instructions and a neighbor loaned me a walker, so this is so helpful. I also have RA, so I don't want to stress especially my wrists and shoulder joints. Your videos are so informative and user friendly. THANK YOU!

[@MohdAbuNaiyan]

Excellent Demonstration. Thanks

[@brickhouse7401]

I got a different walker, so I'm back here! Thank you, B and B. Your sessions are always exactly what I need.

[@janeturnbull4292]

I don’t think my friends using h er Walker right when out and a bout

[@ellatoler9706]

This is an important skill and doesn't get enough attention.

[@8bitsamurai6]

Yea had to do non weight for 10 weeks from broken hip. Dang they took her ball out. Never heard of that. Those four wheel ones suck. The Handel's don't seem strong enough for me.

[@gloriam.sweatman3152]

Oh my! This is my problem now! I had surgery a week ago on my left femur neck. I fell in my backyard by stepping on on a landscape paver. I have a fracture on my femur neck adjoining the hip bone. I've been home for 5 days, now awaiting home health! The point! I have a hard time with my walker and the non weight bearing walk. Your video has been very helpful. Thank you guys!

[@sfcline1767]

Thank you. Recovering from a 3bone break in my left leg above the ankle. They told me to start weight bearing my 25% increments to work up to 100% but didn't tell me How to use the walker. It's killing my shoulder.

[@omemoonpie3521]

This really help me -currently I am using the walker , due to surgery( non weight bearing on my leg). Thank you for your information

[@cynthiagreske5957]

I love the bumper sticker on the walker because I love to fish and you’re absolutely right. The only do it on weekends now fish every day if you can. What is it? They say my worst day of fishing is is better than a good day at work or something like that I don’t know. Fishing is fun.

[@t.c.5456]

God bless you two. Seriously!

[@Mach141]

I been using a 4 wheeled walker partial and no weight bearing. You simply squeeze the brakes every step. It won’t get away from u with the brakes on

[@doriantaylor5243]

This is the kind of thing I’m talking about. It would be much more efficient to show someone who actually uses the mobility equipment because they couldn’t tell you things like that. And now most people in the video I’m gonna listen to the two dudes and not you but you have more information on how to use it

[@MommaBearsCorner]

those way too low when one really needs to lean... i am in nightmare with mine with so called standard .. i need platform. i find these ways too sort and lean over. I see more people leaning and they are set right..

[@dim1377]

What about taking steps backwards towards the bed with the walker? Do you also move the sore leg first then? Thanks.

[@FilipinosaAmericavlog]

Perfect ,Bob & Brad

[@marilynspendiff8779]

Demonstrate so well and good info given! 6:08 a.m. July17.. Having spine surgery so will need to get a walker! Thx !

[@liskl5982]

Severe IT band pain in good leg after surgery for tibial plateau fracture. Still non weight bearing at 10 weeks. Discovered from your video that my walker is not the best height.

[@pgabevet159]

Rollators are great! I've been using them for quite some time and find them invaluable. No standing in lines, use walker as shopping cart and save 50 cents on a cart. I have a strong upper body because I exercise, which also helps with my legs and I practice the balance techniques I've watched on your channel. Caution against using seat as a wheelchair. Keep up the good work!

[@barryh9748]

How about a video on hemi-walkers?

[@hoosierdaddy2308]

I just found you guys and I recently at the tender age of 62 fell from a ladder and got a plateau tibia fracture. The Ortho surgeon said I didn't need surgery, but they put me in a brace and told me I am not to put any weight on the leg for 3 months. I have a walker with wheels on the front and they showed me a little at the hospital I stayed at for 3 days. The bad thing is I can not climb or go down steps without falling. It's just too hard. I finally got a wheel chair and used it once for a doctor's appointment, but I had to use the walker to go down one step by hopping on one leg and then walking to the wheel chair a couple steps outside . I had to get off the porch. It has one small step. God I hate using a walker. I used to actually walk a lot and I miss it. Now my life consists of going from the bedroom to the bathroom to the kitchen with the walker and returning. Can't wait to be able to put some weight on this leg and for it to heal, but the doctor said it will be several months before I can walk without any help. Thanks for the excellent video guys. Regards from South Central Indiana. USA.. Tim..

[@thebeardedprince3505]

Have my final practical exam on Gait Patterns and assistive devices tomorrow. This helps tremendously

[@dancagle2533]

Good instructional video. I like my rollator, the same style my 80+ year old mom had and used quite well until she died. Fortunately, we had wide doors.

[@thephotoop]

I use a walker on bad days, your tips are similar to what the PT folks taught me. Good info!

[@ciasarah376]

I have been none weight bearing on my foot since Oct. Went to the dr yesterday started me on little weight bearing on the ball of my heelThey prescribed me a roller walker and i use it but was showed how to use it before it was turned over to me.

[@kritykraftz]

I did not think I’d ever find my way back to this! I broke my ankle on both sides and in my fibula. Also displaced it in 2 places. I was really weak and was going back to PT to get my strength back. I never made it needless to say. I can’t hop on the one leg and am thinking I might have to rough it until I can become weight bearing. I have walker with wheels and a rollator for later. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@jacktownsend8260]

Thanks guys I’m Always Watching...

[@donna5659]

Thank you! This was great helpful information once again!! You guys rock!!!

[@toddbecraft]

I've been told to step, not hop, with a non weight bearing imjury.

[@bealynn2258]

NEEDED THIS!! THANK YOU so much!!😀🙏💗

[@Idahomie]

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[@fishlanding]

the four wheeler works great for some people around the house....

[@Madronaxyz]

Thank you for wearing microphones. It made it much easier to hear what you were saying.

[@dl714p]

Is there something I can add to my walker to keep me from pressing down on my palms. I'm developing ulnar nerve compression.

[@marlagrigsby2883]

I was in a wreck about 6 weeks ago, crushed my right ankle/heel......no weight bearing at this point.....

[@TallMichelleWithTheLongHair]

Horrible to have two bad knees and getting menicus surgery. I have a cane, walker and they are giving me cruthes. My problem? I live alone and have ZERO idea on how I'm getting up stairs to my apartment after surgery. I have no one to help me. I'm so scared.

[@judithwidman7837]

I have knee sling for non weight bearing. Any advice. Left calceneus fracture and soon going to physical therapy after removal of cast. Can I drive?

[@Tallalilly1]

This is genuinely perfect.

[@Christine_A_M]

Thank you for this video, just stumbled upon it. Two days before Thanksgiving i took a fall down stairs, dislocation and micro fractures in right foot...so I'm not quite to the level of needing a walker but the subject came up for eventually... Tho in my case, i also have patella femoral syndrome and left kneecap isn't in place correctly so hopping is an issue :/ At any case, this video was very helpful so ty for making it ❤️

[@sarahgilbert8036]

ouch, I feel your pain. I fell Nov. 15th and did a double fracture, partial dislocation, and surgery on both sides of the ankle to insert metal plates. They gave me crutches & an air cast ... both with 0 instructions.

[@luanndavis-jindela3223]

@@sarahgilbert8036 .

[@kemo71]

Do you have the walker ski slippers?

[@moe9265]

What about a superior and anterior public rami fracture.How do you uses a walker and crutches properly?

[@lovelyladie3456]

Thank you guys I had foot surgery 8 days ago this is helpful

[@sallyvillarreal4294]

I have a walker, no wheels, that I was using for non-weight bearing after breaking my ankle. I’m almost 40, mobile before my injury, but terrible balance. (I fell with crutches). I got permission for partial weight bearing yesterday, and I plan to use the same walker. I should be done with it in 1-2 weeks. Any tips for no wheels? I’ll be maneuvering around a classroom with lots of chairs soon.

[@susanmundy4786]

I dont like crutches either, Sally. I am using them for my second broken foot. I find crutches unsafe as well. Currently i am using a wheelchair much safer and I can do so much. Leaving the house is difficult as we dont have ramps. Think I might ask about a walker. Have two weeks to go before i get any good news about weight bearing. I a 58 and my balance isnt good either. Thankyou for your suggestion. Good luck and good health. With love from Australia.

[@sallyvillarreal4294]

Wow. That comment was so long ago. I don’t quite have the same flexibility in my left ankle, but life is back to normal. The only thing is I sprained my right ankle, which has been my good ankle until now. It got better, but the pain seems to be lingering.

[@sallyvillarreal4294]

Susan Mundy in hindsight, if I hadn’t fallen as soon as I left the ER, if I had some help learning how to use the crutches, and didn’t have to immediately go upstairs and up hills in the grass to get to my parents’ house, I think I could’ve used crutches. But after that second fall, I was scared. Have you considered a knee scooter? That ultimately ended up being my main mode of transportation until I could bear some weight. I still used the walker for things like getting down and up off the toilet, getting in and out of the shower, getting in and out of the house, etc.It took me a little time to get used to it, making tight corners in three point turns. My parents house was built in the 70s, and the doors are a lot more narrow, and the hallway is pretty tight. So it was a while before I was really comfortable with it.

[@angelenagomez7389]

Hi. How long did it take for your Dr to say you can do some weight bearing. I recently broke my tibia and fibula bone and had to have surgery with plates and screws.

[@angelenagomez7389]

@@susanmundy4786 hi. Same situation i have also. Im in my wgeelchair alot Ii am definitely getting ramps. But the removable ones. I saw some on line that are more affordable. Love your comment.

[@umardegs]

You guys are doing great 😊

[@patrickblondin4120]

Nobody ever taught me how to use a walker, setting up the walker, or anything.

[@deadbeatproz]

You're rightthey give it to you with no intsructions hobto use it in close corners ect

[@sallyvillarreal4294]

ThT happened with my crutches. I had used them in high school with no problem. But I didn’t try it out in the ER. The guy gave me verbal directions, and then stopped themselves and said that they told me the wrong stuff. I was supposed to do the opposite of what he said. I had trouble because my cast was too high, and I couldn’t bend my leg behind me. I was trying to hold it in front of me. That’s why I feel when I got home from the ER. We got my walker from Walmart, and it was a miracle. But there was a lag time until the physical therapist came and help me. And there was a lag time before I saw the physical therapist after I had partial weight bearing status. Basically, I had my walker too low for partiss asl weight bearing until I was almost done with it.

[@rjyanal]

In 9:56 you never show how to walk, both legs weight bearing, in the walker without wheels.

[@sapphicnickel]

I love this duo!

[@sy2.083]

Can u use these instructions with a rollator as well?

[@BobandBrad]

We typically don't recommend a rollator when non-weight bearing. Here is another video you may be interested in kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKHZkqqjjptph80 The Bob and Brad Team

[@maryknight7969]

This video was my introduction to Bob and Brad.

[@FknNefFy]

I would put a board across the rails in the front to rest my knee on and off I go

[@millielopez10]

what about the knee walker/Rover?

[@eaglechas]

I am now using a walker for my sciatica can't deal with this pain if that's even what it is

[@FknNefFy]

I might even go as far as adding wheels to the bottom

[@grouchygoose]

I have an incredibly sore shoulder and pec from using a walker after hip surgery. How do I avoid this? Right hip surgery; left shoulder and pec extremely painful. My walker is adjusted as you suggest.

[@rilfortune]

A walker with skis is safer. Thx Bob and Brad love you both from Montreal Qc ..

[@cindyhitchcock7805]

You guys are awesome! Thank you!

[@kokilashah9978]

How to go on slope with a walker?

[@rubytuesday7005]

Thank you!

[@charlespatsky7060]

I don't appreciate you are dissing the use of a Rollator Walker at the end of the video. Works well for this 71 year old man living and walking, with spina bifida.

[@claudemonet5415]

I patiently watched the whole video waiting for the demo on the four wheeled walker which is the one I have. Oh what a disapointment! 😢Still I enjoyed every minute of it! Thank you folks!

[@lalitashaw1966]

Very useful tips

[@MARIELLAJUANA]

Hi doc,, i just wanna ask for your opinion, about my case i broke my tibia and fibula last september 11,2021 and i had my ORIF surgery the day after September 12 ,2021 and now im on my 3 months of recovery and still i can't walk and im on my non bearing weight, I have titanium plates both tibia and fibula with 15 screws on, and finally im wearing my boots after 3 months on cast with walker, Im skateboarder, and im wondering if i can go back skating again ? And how long can i go back on skating ? I really love skateboarding

[@lydiatorrence9644]

I need a walker. Didn’t receive one when leaving hospital

[@chetanraval7376]

How use waker 50% load barring?

[@mono2780]

ob and bread it's been three years since my right leg amputation haven't been able to walk yet with the prosthetic leg I have a walker but usually no one's home but I want to start training so I can walk again do you know that I've been sitting so long I know it's going to be a big challenge can you give me some ideas on how I can walk again please

[@markmalone3176]

Really helpful, thank you

[@sisterphyllislovesjesus1093]

Do the walkers come with a seat (not the rolator)

[@seanassee4448]

Can you please explain how high my husband's walker needs to be he's 6'5* thank you

[@christinahernandez9819]

They stated your wrist come to the top sides of the walker.

[@johnnyllooddte3415]

if you do not stop occasionally ,, you will get hit by the train or bus... woody woodpecker... theres nothing safe about a walker.. i was on one for a year a few years back.. highly unstable,horrible design..those who need them are in serious danger every moment

[@johnnyllooddte3415]

a good safe walker should have 2 more legs at least 1 to 2 feet further forward, sideways and behind..but it would be a monstrosity

[@charlotteknight7891]

@@johnnyllooddte3415 mine is!...lol...but try to only use in a large store

[@charlotteknight7891]

But it was more expensive and has a seat

[@annlafontaine6972]

My dad has weak legs and he’ll just fall when his legs give out. Is there a walker that has a seat or support so that when he does fall, it won’t be in the ground

[@daintyflygirl4va]

My mom also. Thats the reason why I came across this vid. Looking for recommendation

[@bealynn2258]

Dealing with a FULL THICKNESS TEAR - Right ROTATOR CUFF ... Surgery pending . PLUS a Right Knee that's bone on bone - Surgery pending. THEN - An Open Fractured Left BIG Toe and wearing a 'BOOT ' !! 😜 Mobility - 😏 is a challenge for now!!💗 Love this HELPFUL VIDEO!! I LOVE ALL of Your VIDEOS!! BLESS YOU BOTH!! 😌🙏💗💗

[@angelenagomez7389]

Oh. Along with my other comment. Im also in a boot.

[@VictoriaRosanna]

What if both legs are sore?

[@sallyvillarreal4294]

Jane Voris pick the one that’s the most sore? 🤷‍♀️ This is my guess, though. I imagine you would switch back-and-forth so you don’t put all your weight on one leg all the time

[@brucek125]

You guys are adorable!

[@markdemchok787]

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[@jacknentwig1484]

Do Walker s by drive and you have any Walkers four-wheel Walkers by the word drive I have one that needs repaired can you work on them answer and where are you located at Sur what is your location I am in Berwick Pennsylvania south of north of Bloomsburg Pennsylvania where are you located at in Berwick Pennsylvania

[@georginekratzer4639]

You were demonstrating walking with the walker too far in front grrr I’m trying to teach someone Not to do that!

[@abbasdot8645]

How do you maintain your posture with a 4 wheeled walker with seat? My walker is as tall as it gets even though it is advertised for up to 6’5”. (I’m 5’9”) What am I doing wrong?

[@youdontwanttoknow5203]

Things are dangerous. Had one land on my feet more than once.

[@justparis808]

Lol pet peeve... He got it right. Height! 😂

[@Chillednfunked]

They are physiotherapists not physical therapists 😂

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