Rehab for Stroke/Brain Lesion: Fix a stiff leg:

[@zitaorosz1975]

I love stepping up and down. First I started with holding onto a heavy chair, and now I can step up and down without holding onto anything. Repetition is the key. I do this activity at least 50 times every day , and keep telling myself : " I am building those neuro pathways". Now curbs will not be a challenge anymore. 😀 Thank you so much for this video just as much as for all the other great videos.♥️

[@karppuparameswarankarppupa1482]

I was afft. By ichimic stroke before 3m.ago, following many vedios in your columns i recover many pro..itis so much helpfuland useful for my Health.

[@keningram9597]

I was wondering if there is class available or somewhere I can get assistance w my exercises

[@lonnieblackwell8604]

I agree repetition is key #strokewarrior

[@tinaclampet9763]

My hip is hurting,I have a stiff leg,knee wants to gg backwards or give out and my foot drags

[@Zitahun]

@@tinaclampet9763 It sounds like you need a good Afo or a foot up.

[@pia2419]

Thank you for all the information you share❤️❤️❤️I had a brain stroke 13 years ago. Now I’m 47 years old. I’ m still working to improve my movements on my right leg.I ‘m gone try all the excercises and let you. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi Pia! Thanks for watching! I can't wait for you to share your progress!!

[@267breanna]

Oh 4jxu

[@jeanniehowell685]

Loving ❤ your exercises it's getting easier practice practice practice 😊 I'm 2 years post stroke I'll be up and walking in no time. Thank you 😊

[@rehabhqofficial]

Yes Jeanine!! I am so excited for you!!! "getting easier" is a HUGE celebration! Next stop.......up and walking 1111💪 😃

[@AB-Jeeper]

Your videos are so helpful! I appreciate you so much! I have MS and find your videos more informative than what I had in physical therapy. Thank you!

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi A B! Thanks for watching and for sharing your story. I am so glad you find these videos helpful 😊

[@hcm444]

Look up Trevor Wicken and the MS gym if you haven't already.

[@lolitaenad9751]

Hello my body upper body is so heavy...

[@1olderebel2]

never thought id loose the use of feet ,ankle ,legs , thank you love you , more help than my doctors

[@mrstevek118]

Dr tara I want to thank you for your dedication to helping us 💕

[@Nina_2288]

🌸💜🌸 Dear Dr. Tara, thank you very much for your super videos, which really shot me back to normal life. Now 3 years post stroke, the left leg is still giving me a funny walk and the left arm/hand is still only half working. It will never be the same as before, but I'm using every possibility for a nice stretch or reach. But with the help of you and my PT I am not any more constantly feeling handicapped or not able to live a normal life, but I now rather concentrate on my new online business, new friendships and new ways of activity. So, I am saying goodbye to the constant rehab life and hello to the new super charged life in a different but very fun and proud way. Thank you for everything Dr. Tara!Stay safe and say hello to Chico, Love, Nina 🌸💜🌸💜🌸💜🌸

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi Nina! Thanks for the update! I am so happy for you! I have missed seeing you in he comments the last couple of weeks. Now I know why. Wishing you all the best with the new business! Hope you will stop in every now and again just to say hello😊 I will update Chico. I am sure he will miss the week wishes as well. 🐶🌸

[@Nina_2288]

@@rehabhqofficial Sure! I say hello again, just do not take so much time any more for rehab... I hope many of your patients and followers have the opportunity to get their lives normalized and happy again!! 🌸🌸🌸💜🌸🌸

[@Nina_2288]

I have sent you a DM on Instagram.

[@virtuosoproductions4589]

Strange. I did some of these exercises in early stages of recovery without a guidance from any therapist. Understanding the forces, both static and dynamic, helped a lot. Sit and stand helped too.

[@lucagian9801]

what can i say? finding your videos and listening your words has been a true miracle. thank you so much!

[@kathymayfield4719]

This is my number one issue. My leg becomes extremely stiff when standing or I feel anxious. I remember what you said about trying to stay relaxed and calm the brain. I will be adding these activities to my daily workout. Thanks so much for doing these videos. ❤

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi Kathy! Glad you found this one helpful :) Can't wait for you to post an update on your progress!!

[@pia2419]

Same to me and also when I get nervous sometimes it starts to shake .I try to breath deep.

[@tinaclampet9763]

I have the stuff leg when I get anxious or in front of a crowd,when I practice by myself I do pretty good!😁

[@QueenOfSerene]

You’re changing my life. Thank you.

[@khalilahmad8424]

Thanks for choosing this topic I am facing this problem

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi Khalil! Thanks for watching and for sharing your story. This is a very common problem. Please see the videos I have linked in the description below the video. You will find them helpful :)

[@justinhonculada4877]

Hi Tara. I'm a stroke survivor from the Philip. I'm 1 year 3 months post stroke. Slowly recovering.. But I still do T have sensation on my affected side. Will appreciate if you can do a video on recovering ones sensation. Thanks, your videos are a, lot of help.

[@suehall2526]

Do you any driving after stroke videos please?

[@jonas33428]

Stress and depression is also a major issues that causes off cordination and inbalance. What helped me was to make my spine as straight and vivid as possible to save up energy that i overused on my legs and feet... its all about balance and to block all negative bullshit like my ex.. new chapter and a new begingin with a different and healtier mindset

[@ravikumarijd8068]

@😅😅😊

[@mrstevek118]

That works! ♥️ I just have to slow down when I’m walking, so I can relax the knee to kick my foot out better then walking with a stiff knee right

[@greg3293]

I'm working on that to lifting from hip and butt muscle and then pushing my foot forward. But I have to go slow to

[@marielhuegel5021]

It's maddening. All the thinking and talking to myself just to Move is so tiring. I'm sure you know. Relax, lift. Force it forward. Try not to lose balance. Remember to exhale!! Shoulders down. Look forward. Straighten the back. Open the chest. And Look Natural!!! That said, the RELAX tip is a game changer!! Thanks, doctor!

[@veronikagray9858]

Thank you Dr Tara such invaluable information which has helped me.

[@omarmd3792]

Fantastic video once again!!

[@amirbhatti4294]

Very beautiful knowledge given take care in his life 😮

[@nitinyadav6562]

Thanks for sharing...

[@68ice]

Fantastic Dr.Tara!! It helped a lot!!!

[@marianneg.6599]

Thank you, I am new here and learned a lot already. Greetings from Holland.

[@melissagonzalez5437]

Hi I see you give pointers on bending/ any pointers on Straightening versus bending!!! Thanks 😊 appreciate you

[@mariewill9825]

Hi Marie blocks big and small blocks where you go get them or online. Yesterday online its mat table, step stool, core Mac, dime and text wrap loop thanks

[@lolitaenad9751]

My affected right body upper body so much heavy along my right too

[@68ice]

You re the best doc!!!! Appreciated this video a lot !

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi Omar, Thank you for watching. I am glad you found this one helpful!

[@renjithkumar.r810]

Mam please do a video about curling finger

[@joycetobias5206]

Your videos are vey informative. Will try this bending exercise.

[@lisaapel7928]

Had a stroke in January. I have no problem or pain walking backwards but knee hurts walking forward.

[@FullTimePatient37]

My legs spastic from the hip I'm not walking 😢 general dystonia..

[@honeybee6154]

After 29 years with MS I have Lymphedema in both legs, worse in the right leg, mostly above the knee. That's the bad leg, its super heavy and won't bend right. Getting in and out of the car is so painful and when driving, using that right leg to stop and accelerate, I feel like screaming because the pain radiates up into my hip and groin areas down to my toes. I'm doing all the exercises I can to correct the situation. My neurologist is not helpful at all.

[@anjumafshan1297]

Thanks for great information. Am suffering from brain stroke paralysis.

[@tinaclampet9763]

Same here 👍

[@tinaclampet9763]

Ieft side 🙄

[@kelnoel74]

Learning every week! (Huge fan of Teepa Snow!).

[@rehabhqofficial]

Me too!

[@amalschmitz]

I do not understand when you switch to the term “involved leg”. Do you mean “affected leg?” Thank you.

[@rabiulmolla6668]

I love this exercise very helpful

[@mattmortenson9677]

My leg's been so Stiff it's Dangerous to take a shower so I haven't showered in 3 weeks besides washing myself off with washcloth. But I know it's all going to get better soon😬😭😁 I'm wondering what is the best afo if you have severe spasticity from your toe all the way up into your ribs. Let me know if you have a link anything that you have. Thank you

[@staceypalmer6674]

Thank you, dealing w issues after Thoracic Spine Tumor Removal

[@bossent.9575]

I too here for the same reason. T2 to T4 . How are you coming along with your recovery? Any tips you may share?

[@ronwidom]

I had tried a elbow immobilizer to keep my arm straight .That seem to help me quite a bit

[@barchuegreaves7465]

How do I get asset to exercise videos from my membership.

[@remerose1140]

I cannot understand how this can be performed by paraplegic patient. May you show tips on methods that can be used when you have no ability to move legs? Thanks.

[@eswarikamireddy260]

Hi Tara, Can you please do a video on flexing leg too. I have both shootout leg and always flexing leg and very stiff.

[@tjharris6530]

Thank you as always God bless

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi TJ! Great to see you this week. I hope you found something useful in this one!

[@tjharris6530]

@@rehabhqofficial I always do if not it just reinforces what I think I know which is also good, ha

[@hopluong6302]

Thank you

[@privatenexus5764]

2:24 I think mine is a hamstring issue. If I am face down, i cant lift my foot up off the ground, on my involved leg, but can on the other.

[@09ironman1]

Very good video

[@nayzawaung2989]

Thanks

[@jayge26]

Good ideas here. Im almost 2 years post stroke. My left side is my affected side. I use my son's skateboard. I also like using the wedge for bridges. 👍 I walk better at home than when im out. Although i have relatively normal range of movement. Does carpet vs pavement have any effect on walking?

[@hetaharia2663]

What to do when you're ready to do breech position but the leg doesn't stay stable they fall down on sides

[@luckyreddy2728]

Hi Dr.Tara, Thank you so much for this video. I cant flex my ankle while lying but while sitting I can flex my ankles. Could you please tell me the cause..

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi Lucky! Thanks for watching and for this question. This is definitely not uncommon. I plan to address this very soon in a future video. Stay tuned ! : )

[@arturoavena2711]

I dont have power on my affected arm and leg. What exercise i need to regain my power. Thank you

[@randyk7699]

Thank you!

[@rehabhqofficial]

Thanks for watching Randy! I hope it was helpful :)

[@DonnaPowell-o3h]

Hello I need help with my son he has brain lesions and he can’t move his left leg

[@gloriabaker9238]

Enjoy your videos but wondering if you have any for a drop foot after knee surgery & nerve damage. Knee is still stiff & lots of ankle pain .Can walk but not for long periods. Thanks

[@LovyMesh-bj5gq]

Love your videos but how can i help my husband he sufferd a brain stroke he cannot move non at all he is a bed riden person

[@pamfletcher4680]

Pain is my biggest problem

[@cha2117]

I like these exercise but sitting and standing is really difficult and uncomfortable and causing pain and getting up I have one leg shorter than the other and the knee doesn't bend very well. I think sleeping at night is causing a lot of problems as I can't keep my leg in a good position but can't tell without somebody else checking it.

[@SteveVanacker-bw6ch]

Hi, I am 1 year poststroke I am side compromised and can not walk without limping nd use a caine. What can I do.so I can walk without limp and cain Tank you Strve

[@johnnila455]

MY ISSUE IS COGNITION LOSS AND BALANCE WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STAND AND WALK.

[@christinejacobarozenboom1389]

I'm continuing getting severe headaches after my stroke, is this normal ?? Thanks Dr. Tobias

[@greg3293]

Why can't I put pressure on my foot while sitting.. trying to lift my foot towards my shin and it feels like my foot is floating. I'm 8years post

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi Amanda! Thanks for the question. Many times this is from an abnormal flexor synergy. This is when the leg flexes up involuntarily. This is a good idea for a future video. Stay tuned!

[@SahilKumar-xt8bf]

Hello I have lots of questions do you have any platform where we can discuss? Watching your video for last 7 month.

[@luciannamwale2481]

Can't bend my knee getting into a car and coming out is my problem 😢ischemic stroke 6 months down I'm from Zambia

[@namanmittal5675]

I have a ceberal palsy problem…i need to contact u…can i contact u…i am from india

[@charleseddy6545]

Another thing that's hard is standing up from the toilet without my involved leg kicking out to the side

[@Kalakotlavlogs]

Hi mam iam from India my only child suffering with cerebral palcy with left leg and left hand she is 11 years old suffering last 5 years what suitable advice for her please help me

[@cailynfes]

Dr at minute 904. When I get in my truck I have to pull my right leg up with my hands to step up to my side step. Then I step up with my left leg on side step. When I sit in my chair again I have to pull both legs in by hand one at a time. Any help with this. I have spasticity. I get the baclofen pump installed march 2nd. Ty Dr.

[@relaxwithnature6532]

You knowledge is unmatched

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi Tamara. I have missed seeing you in the comments :) I hope all is well. Oh and I hope this one was helpful :)

[@benignovillanueva6544]

Good day Dr. Tobias, I suffered mild stroke affecting my left arm and left leg. I am now doing therapy by myself at home. My concern is regarding my left foot which I cannot move. So whenever I walk my left toe is pointing downward and hits the floor frequently. Please help, what is the best exercise for this problem. Thank you very much for your channel, it is helping me a lot.

[@karenellis3886]

I've watched a few videos and the exercises look helpful for leg spasticity,which I have after having a stroke 5 months ago. My problem is that I don't have trouble bending my knee, infact when my leg spasms , my big toe dorsiflexes and my knee will bring itself up touch my chest. It stays in that position until the spasm releases the quadricep muscle and allows me to force the leg to straighten out. These spasms happen without warning and mostly when I'm laying down and at night when trying to sleep. Also when walking I tend to circumduct my leg and lock my knee whenever my leg is fatigued. Is there any exercises that could help me with this problem?

[@ivettebravo1162]

Hello Tara. How would I know the date of the next Q&A Live Session, I suscribed but I'm a little confused. I'll appreciate your help. Blessings

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi Ivette! The next Q & A is November 24th. Link to sign up is in the description. If you have already signed up (via rehab-hq.com link, NOT subscribe via youtube) than you will receive an email with all the details :)

[@skmizan14704]

you r grt

[@lewisinman3002]

I have not found a resource to lift my left hip is there any tools I can use

[@caitriona9063]

Can you do a video on a leg which is stiff but will not straighten. It's permanently bent. Thanks

[@rehabhqofficial]

Thanks for watching! I am having trouble visualizing this. Do you mean it is “stuck” in one position? For example it will it bend and it will not straighten ?

[@glenwest1911]

I could use a video like that too! Great suggestion!

[@caitriona9063]

@@rehabhqofficial Yes, it is bending at the knee and cannot reach the ground. It can't straighten 😞

[@anupmall2297]

Some excerdice forstroke pstients wit shoulder sub lex

[@carlacuccaro9503]

I’m recovering from a stroke, 5 months in. I also have bad knees, what would be better for exercise, a treadmill or elliptical?

[@mrstevek118]

That’s what happened, my kindergarten teacher has left the room 😜 😂

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi Steve! Great to see you this week :) Glad you found humor in my analogy. :)

[@mrstevek118]

@@rehabhqofficial I just got back on a little family Get away. I’ve been trying to stay off KZbin and spend more family time 😉

[@yaggeshtripathi708]

Hello doctor ..my brother has low grade glaoma ..and he is still not able to bend his knee

[@MaticN91]

I have a stiff leg while walking. Have MS (multiple sclerosis) since 2007. While walking it sounds like when a diver comes from the sea and stamps down with his flippers. Any advice on that??? thank you in advance :D

[@patrickguida3979]

Witch episode should I watch if either leg affected or non affected leg becomes stiff or planted when I sometimes Start to move , turn or slowly twist?

[@abhishekgaikwad7036]

Hi mam .your videos are very use full . How many days the patient is recovery please tell

[@jeanniehowell685]

Depending on the person, how bad was the stroke, determination, I'm 2.5 years post brain stem stroke never giving up I'm still recovering 🙃

[@abhishekgaikwad7036]

@@jeanniehowell685now is is doing his work independently ..some heavy Ness on right side hand Ni leag and back side of 👂... Walking time some stiffness is there.

[@thefamilychannel615]

Super mam❤️Thank u

[@rehabhqofficial]

Thanks for watching! I hope it helps!

[@dpaul5457]

AHA💡 May I please have a link for wedges?

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi Paul! Here are the ones I like because you can adjust the height/thickness: amzn.to/3mAwZwp

[@dpaul5457]

@@rehabhqofficial thank you!

[@dpaul5457]

Was thinking large wedges for spasticity stretching.

[@scottjones4888]

its been a yr an half still limping how do i stop

[@ArbynOlarte-kq2xk]

Elliptical stroke? 😮😮😮

[@lhicks772]

I'm 3 years away from a stroke in the cerebellum. I experience these issues. Is it too late to see improvement with these exercises?

[@rehabhqofficial]

hi Larry! Thanks for the question. Never too late to learn new skills. :)

[@pramodiniparanjpe2562]

Ossum

[@Satorugojo841]

Would this help with weaken adductor?

[@allenbarrow4904]

The only problems i can see watching these videos are no explanation on lack of nutrients to the leg muscles or deficiencies to be corrected to stop spasms. You should have a nutrition exam to point out this possibility as well.

[@lexiii8028]

More on demonstration please

[@debkeyworth8429]

We need the foot brace but I can’t find the link. Can someone help ?

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi Deb! This is something that needs to be made specific for each patient. In the US an Orthotist is the medical professional who makes these.

[@debkeyworth8429]

@@rehabhqofficial thanks 🙏

[@margaritasales7157]

Me too

[@dantilman2500]

I know all about the trying to get out of the car thing, it can take my caregiver a half hour to get me in the car. ive been fighting an anaplastic astrocytoma grade 3 for 13 years and my third surgery in my right frontal lobe and now into the ;Moter strip'' of my brain last year left me basically paralyzed on my whole. left side. i used to be a professional guitar player and thats the one thing that really ever gets to me. i was 20 whenn i had my first surgery and radiation.

[@glenwest1911]

Hello Dr. Tobias.

[@rehabhqofficial]

Hi Glen! Always glad to see you :). I hope you found something helpful in this one! Have a great week!

[@glenwest1911]

I'm not at this point, with my leg, it's stuck, because of hetorpropic ossification, all the stuff in the video May be helpful, once I can get it unstuck (surgery, I guess). Don't forget,my left arm is flaccid.thanks for the videos and encouragement!

[@lindacharles3551]

What about a bedridden person who is in bed over 4 years

[@janmeraout9980]

I am first ❤️

[@chimajipansare1317]

Please two leg indian toilets using method stroke patients

[@PinondangSitumeang]

I am sorry to say that too much talk and less practice😂

[@xxxbabyuxxx]

I had a stroke 5 years ago and I still can't walk yet despite having physio done eerily drill no improvement ri Aldo have subluxation in my left dhoulder

[@saltycrunch]

Ugh getting into a car is always such a hassle. It's like my leg feels dead. Great video, as always!

[@rehabhqofficial]

Glad to see you this week! Keep practicing! It will get easier 😊

[@abhishekprajapati6932]

Hi.. hope you are doing fine.....are you paralyzed too??I'vbe been patralyzed for two months can't use my left side... did you recovered well?? and how much time did it tookok you to recover....help me please.. it's very depressing..

[@disleyce]

Thank you

[@ANIYAHBOO1]

You made me chuckle the second you said getting in the car and that leg swoosh out.. That’s me!!