Maximize Your Chances of Walking Again After Stroke

[@garywalling4341]

For me, over the last couple of years, regarding walking at least. Step1: Take 2 or 3 painkillers. 2. Check the weather (for me too cold= massive reflex spasticity), 3. Take the bull by the horns and just go (throw caution to the wind). I know not very safe/sensible, but I have no-one to help/support/guide me. However, 'I have learned to walk again' (not a pretty sight) considering it took me almost a year to finally ditch the wheelchair. Still have to use a cane though, FOR ME, wheel chair to zimmer to quad stick to cane to a good few meters unaided about 18 months.

[@garywalling4341]

Now pain and spasticity so bad am housebound and it's summer. Medical proffession still just brushing me aside. They just don't wanna know, family the same. Abandoned, depression creeping in. Like the country these days, doomed.

[@anthonygarcia993]

​@@garywalling4341Sir I'm a55 year old man going through the same issues . I am not a person that relied on others and now i find myself at the mercy of others. My wife is the only hope I have. She is 4 ft 9 inches and weighs 135. I am 5 ft 11 inches and weigh 420 lbs. As you can guess I am a big burden . I have never been the one to rely on others but find myself stuck every avenue I see. I spent time crying in my own misery. I'm an ex Navy boiler tech and I made the choice not to surrender. I found creative ways to use KZbin to learn ways to move forward as well as slowly pushing myself. I have run in to many health issues stopping my progress, no one person is gonna fix this but me,,, I'm 5 years in and I am barely starting to walk my first steps. I'm being told I'm past the point of walking. I look at the people that tell me that and say. No my battle goes on till the end I refuse to surrender... I'm too stubborn to quit. That is the attitude you must have. There's days I breakdown but No I fetuses to give up. I've learned small gains are great. So my advice to you is DO NOT SURRENDER... GOD WILL TAKE ME ONE DAY . BUT THAT DAY IS NOT HERE YET AND MY FIGHT CONTINUES. I hope my words help you and strengthen your resolve not to give up. I would attach a photo but I have on idea how. Remember the words from an old Navy boiler tech , keep the fire lit and full steam ahead...

[@smeldaroses2082]

Good Morning Dr. Elyse. My name is Steve. I am 66 y.o.. I have no history of diabetes, high blood-pressure, or strokes in my family. I was 245 lbs, hgt 5-11, and dropped to 224 lbs as of last week. Prior to my medulla centered stroke on March 3rd 2023, which I woke up with, I was very active. Currently 3 months later i am walking on my own with some goofy limb and toe dragging. I ditched the wheelchair, the walker, and cane a while ago. I feel blessed to be what i feel is 85% functional on my effected left side. Here are some issues I have that perhaps you can give me guidance on. 1.) I still have severe numbness from my left side of my head to my left foot toes, and my entire left arm. Does this numbness ever leave? 2.) With this numbness I also have, what I call, severe con-stricture. This is the feeling of incredible tightness, like my left side is wrapped in an excessively tight ACE bandage and a clamp pressure on my back thru my chest. It is difficult to feel relaxed, get comfortable in any chair, and sleeping is not so great either. Pain-meds do nothing for this. Do you have any experience with acupuncture to relieve this maddening tightness and con-stricture? I feel a bit dizzy too, but this is mild compared to numbness and con-stricture. I am still doing OT & PT and walk at least 1/4 -1/2 mile each day, with no cane. I have done mild chainsaw work, push mow the lawn, bush hog my fields, and move heavy objects with assistance like furniture, tools. I am very slow in everything I do, but I try. I ache all the time. Any advice? I am sick of these feelings, but am thankful to God.Thank you for your site too!

[@DrOTGuy]

Going to send this to a few of my patients, fantastic info. Thank you!

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Glad you found it helpful. I hope your patients do as well! 😊

[@hemasookram4655]

I work out hard. My muscle stimulator is really effective after. My stroke is two years in now with left side paralysis. Elyse has been a blessing for me. I cry less now.

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Thank you so much! You are so strong to keep pushing even through the hard days. ❤️

[@kicknowledgesmith8608]

You’re not paralyzed, it’s a brain thing. Keep working hard. Don’t give up.

[@TerrileeYO]

same for me

[@tiaradavies7318]

My leg is so heavy left side weekness

[@tiaradavies7318]

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[@pokerchamp6556]

This woman is a saint. When I do her exercises, I feel the pain afterwards please keep making your videos.

[@PostStrokeOrg]

You are so kind. Remember to not push through pain!! I hope you're finding them helpful.

[@pokerchamp6556]

@@PostStrokeOrg I find your videos very helpful. You are wonderful for posting these videos for us to watch and learn. Thank you so much you are greatly appreciated

[@PostStrokeOrg]

😊

[@ahmad1987soct]

weight shifting while standing helped me to improve my balance

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Thank you for sharing what’s been helpful for you!

[@demetriuscatramados7011]

Hey I got a question for you is it normal for high muscle tone to feel super heavy

[@charesahulsey8982]

I’m still numb on my whole right side. I had stroke 2 years ago no diabetes no high cholesterol or heart problems. They say possibly Covid or the shots caused my blood to clot after having Covid. I also got meningitis and pneumonia while in hospital. 42 days. I’m walking better but my right leg looks like I have polio now. I want to walk smooth again. The PT says heel to toe helps but I can’t get a smooth walk. I feel off balance one sided. Thanks for your help.

[@paulquinn3649]

I had my second stroke in June of 21. It took me almost a year to walk due to spastity. All the mucels in my left leg tried toove at the same time. I coukd notoce my leg. 3:14

[@joseburgos5106]

👋 and thanks for sharing the knowledge with all of us. My love one is four years post stroke and slowly progressing. I have learned to have patience on this recovery and got it, motivation and movement is the key. I was wondering if you can send a link or some information on the big walker with tires. We have learned so many things that yes the rehab place is the best but having key things at home maximize the time on training to get those repetitions in. Again, thank you! God Bless!

[@jcline87]

I've been back on my feet but man I cannot use my left foot normally to save my life. I'm trying to work my butt off to regain normal movement functionality. Foot cramping, toes curling, tendonitis, eeek. I literally feel at war with myself and when I feel unwanted soreness and cramping I just keep moving it and ask it if it wants some more? Lol. I am just beyond sick of it and being tough with it. I want it resolved, like last year.

[@damonturnbull5903]

Just had a stroke this is going to help.

[@jeffseguin4872]

Hi doc im 41 yrsold i had my stroke last year oct 12 2021 my problem is after 4 months dr. Said i have cataract in my left eye and i was operated last march2 2022 now the right eye havent too and my problem is i always feel dizzy i can walk 85% i can drive motorbike and car but my problem is always feel dizzy plz help me doc thank you❤🙏

[@captainaj101]

So useful.I stood awkwardly o my affected foot thecothercnight and have had to do bed rest but am getting alotvfrom these videos yo not right myself off.

[@180upagain]

Thank you for your videos. They have been very helpful. What do you do when the PT, OT and ST, discharge your elderly parent from rehab and they are showing signs of recovery, but not "big gain, functional" improvements, so they say? Mom is 92, but she was a very strong and independent person before the stroke. She could normally walk up to 2 miles and cook, clean and walk a flight a stairs throughout the day. In any case, she's in a wheel chair, but is moving her left side much better, and has some contracture and reflective movement in her right leg and right shoulder. She is determined and trying, but now we have no help from therapy. I do range of motion exercises with her (every day), but any extra advice is needed and appreciated. Thank you!

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Wow! Your mom sounds like a rock star! I'm glad to hear she is continuing to make progress, but I'm so frustrated to hear your experience with therapy. My first step would be to contact her therapists and explain that she is determined and motivated to work, as well as not back to her "prior level of function." Often this is a goal in therapy that some insurance companies will allow therapists to continue to work towards goals. Sometimes you have to be the advocate for therapy when your therapists aren't. Second, I would look for therapy schools or non profit clinics nearby and see if they offer any low cost or free services. Third, if your mom's therapists aren't willing to take her back as a patient, ask them for specific home exercise/activity regimens you all can go through with her in different stages. If she begins making more progress, you could even reach back out to her therapists and ask if she can return as a patient. Fourth, the more you can get and keep her moving, the better! Any movement is better than none at all. So keep doing what you're doing. Sorry this was so long. It's something I'm really passionate about and generally frustrated with in the U.S. healthcare system. I wish both you and your mom the best. If there are specific issues she's having, let me know and I may consider a video on it! ❤️

[@180upagain]

@@PostStrokeOrg I'm so grateful that you wrote me back..! It means so much to me... and my mom. She is still in a skilled nursing facility and she has a trach and feeding tube. So... It's multiple battles. But they are weaning her off the trach. Slowly. But she's made some progress with that. PT kind of dodges us... so I don't quit. I keep doing what I can myself. I'm determined to see her improve to the highest possible degree. And it's people like you that are amazing and have been so helpful to so many... including me. I'm also getting so passionate about learning about rehab, PT and how the brain can recover. Each day I research so much of everything pertaining to it. I'll certainly continue to follow your vids and suggestions..! Thank you so much. And God Bless you!

[@cookshookwiths.k8967]

Thank you So much Dr.For help your video my Recovery

[@fredkotthaus1518]

Thank you for these videos

[@Ric.Huerta_HMB]

My dad was diagnosed with Cancer in April of this year. In October he had a minor accident which I believe might’ve caused him a stroke and days after, he lost half of his balance with a bad speech. He didn’t think of it as anything big at the moment because he didn’t know he had suffers a stroke until days after the accident where he wasn’t able to walk or hold himself up. He eventually was taken to the hospital and that’s when they found out he has a stroke. He was in the hospital for 3 weeks, in which he had an MRI done and noticed he had some bumps in his brain, doctors weren’t sure what it was so they operated him and we are waiting for the results. The day after surgery he came home which fell on a Monday, and by Sunday he completely lost all his speech.. is that normal to happen after a stroke? I’m so desperate to help my dad.. any advice would be appreciated

[@howardjones638]

Praying for your father and for the help he needs 🙏

[@dominictsui363]

Hi Ric. I'm so sorry to hear about what happened to your dad. Would you mind sharing what kind of accident did your dad run into? I had a minor stroke myself about 2 months ago. I was in the hospital for 3 weeks. I've lost part of my speech but I can walk without a cane, at least at home.

[@faisalahmad3309]

Prayers.

[@hemasookram4655]

Can u do some balance exercises please

[@dorothyschriver6076]

What about my mouth is swollen and tight what can I do to help me out here please thk you

[@daphnerodriguez9980]

THANKS YOU GOODNESS 🌟 DAPHNE COTTON ALWAYS 💜

[@PostStrokeOrg]

You are so welcome!

[@nonnydzanibemkhize2190]

My partner can't walk even lift this hands arms How can I help to improve

[@MichaelNosek]

I noticed the Totoro picture in the background. Sweet! 😁

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Haha Thanks! I'm a big Studio Ghibli fan 😊

[@danbenzion]

Believe, believe in recovery, it will come, it takes years, recovery can be done decades after the event. My recommendation is to put a dumbbell on the arm and leg in order to get a stretch. Make circular movements of the hands, legs, head. Gentle circular movements in all positions standing, sitting, lying down. Transfer weight to the injured leg, climb stairs with the injured leg. Sleep on a hard surface. Good luck with God's help.

[@khaledabdelhak4393]

شكرا جزيلا لك على هاذا الفيديو

[@PostStrokeOrg]

You're so welcome!

[@MahfuzGhadour-vq3wm]

Is steady bicycle is good for stroke pt who able to move his move his leg but he has some spasticity and instability in waking

[@olusojioduyelu5829]

Thanks alot, I use to have regular pains , I can walk but not like before, what can I do to reduce the pains. I will like to speak to you privately.

[@PostStrokeOrg]

I'm sorry you're experiencing pain. Unfortunately, I don't offer my one-on-one therapy sessions anymore. But if you'd like to ask a more specific question, I might make a video on it!

[@olusojioduyelu5829]

@@PostStrokeOrg what can I do to stop the pains am experiencing? Am a stroke patient survival on my right side for almost 2 years now. From my head to my foot am always having pains, what can I do?

[@henryhawkins1194]

@@olusojioduyelu5829 I had an Ischemic Stroke on Xmas of 2022, I am also experiencing pain in my legs, back, shoulders and left hand. I take 80mg Atorvastatin for high Cholesterol and have heard the pain could be a side effect of that medication. My Carotids are 60% blocked and right now I can't afford not to take this Medication. Good luck and hoping you feel better.

[@robthompson7816]

Can itreally be overcome? What is the truth? It is desperately important.

[@charltonfrazier470]

Would a Ĺimpe ever go away after à stroke

[@choongli7692]

i did standing for 30 mins without holding anything 3 times per day it help me to be able to walk again fr tbi patient

[@PostStrokeOrg]

Great!

[@m.b.g.2235]

That's a great idea.

[@howardjones638]

Was walking pretty good and then my ankle started getting swollen and sore now it's hard to walk

[@PostStrokeOrg]

@howardjones, I'm so sorry! Have you been to the doctor to see what's going on?

[@debbiesmith8806]

All of this I do but I need to work hamstring I can only been my knee a little and have drop foot

[@rachelmokoena7751]

Please get AFO

[@m.b.g.2235]

​@@rachelmokoena7751.what is AFO? Thank you.

[@sajanninan4520]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@robthompson7816]

Please respond if it is possible for you to do so.

[@DeLishaKoime-qt3mn]

Thank you. My mum hasn't walked since 2016 😭 and I wish she can walk again. Thank you for helping me, help her. God bless you

[@PostStrokeOrg]

I'm so sorry to hear this about your mom. I hope you both are doing well and finding my videos helpful ❤️

[@donreinke5863]

It depends on the person, but Ive seen people from teens to elderly who walk after having a stroke. They often drag one leg and wear a brace to hold their foot up, and have a spastic arm and hand, but they DO walk. Depends on how much therapy they have most likely.

[@elizeallers272]

Will my child vision improve.

[@sujitbhogal5421]

😊

[@nonnydzanibemkhize2190]

He just lay down even though we try to make some exercises

[@prestigemaids7703]

❤

[@PostStrokeOrg]

❤️

[@LornaJames-e3c]

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