think part of the issue is many don't know what their issue is, spasticity, tone, weakness and paralysis can be hard to differentiate. In my case, I can bring my knee to my chest fast while laying down but can;t do it at all standing up. My therapist was baffled by this and said that it's because I have no foot and ankle movement and the ankle controls the muscles that helps lift the knee. He gave me BOTOX in the ankle and told me to stretch the calf muscle, by letting the foot hang off a step,because the tightness in the calf is hindering the ankle movement, he also told me to do marches standing up. I haven't swung my leg to the side in a year, that was more due to weakness in my case. My gait looks normal now after after squats and knee standing on the floor for over a year.. I'm almost 2 years post, coming up in September. I had a hemorrhagic stroke on my right side due to an AVM rupture. I can walk with no crutch but I wear a brace for safety due to my foot issue. My advice would be have your doctor and therapist tailor a program for your specific needs, not all rehab programs fits everyone's needs and could be a waste of time. I'm also looking to get a personal trainer.
@rehabhqofficial5 ай бұрын
Great insights! Thanks for watching and for sharing your story!
@garychirichiello98455 ай бұрын
I have been working with a incredible neuro therapist for the past 2 years trying to get back to normal gait and ultimately running again, I always drop Tara tidbits during my therapy and I began to think you were talking to her because your videos always seem to be about the things I work on at therapy, I learned how to walk down stairs from you and your videos, I thank you for this channel
@Kim-kd8or5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much I have citcumtuction after a stroke and no one can help me walk good - you helped me do much it’s crazy ! That you do much - your amazing
@grahamnorris73155 ай бұрын
I always appreciate your input on all these problems. Thanks.
@darkodarkovic78275 ай бұрын
With the exercise after the earlier videos where you talked about it, I mastered the control of the ankle and the rotation stopped. Now I still need to strengthen the hip flexors to increase the regularity of walking. Have a nice week.
@suzannebelanger17925 ай бұрын
I am 13 years post stroke and still making some progress. I will try these exercises. I have mild foot drop and spasticity. I have an afo but don’t wear it much as it limits my ability to to do Zumba classes and yoga and Pilates. I find my gate is worst when I am tired. I think I danse better than I walk. Thank you for all these videos
@TheTexasMortgageGuide5 ай бұрын
Love this channel!!
@garychirichiello98455 ай бұрын
I can listen to your explanations all day Tara I appreciate all your videos and information , I have been tuning in for 4 years
@rehabhqofficial5 ай бұрын
Hi Gary! Thanks for being a loyal follower! I am so glad you are finding these videos helpful!
@cariethomas-zz2ld5 ай бұрын
Love the channel . Was althletic before using some good old stretches .. going way back to when I worked out in front of the tv as a kid trying to do the splits . Has helped the stiffness
@rehabhqofficial5 ай бұрын
Hi Carie! I am so glad you are finding my videos helpful. This is why I do what I do. I love that you are taking your past experiences and using them to help you today. Keepy going! You got this! I am cheering you on!
@geraldhundah40905 ай бұрын
Very good thank very much for this. How can one relax a stiff leg using Gymn equipment please
@suzannekostishak5 ай бұрын
Is there a way to pay to get any time with you?
@jschreiber64615 ай бұрын
Must be possible via Zoom if you aren’t in the same Zip code
@elizabethrash73705 ай бұрын
Nice video. The rationales are very helpful. Can the external rotation also be due to hip/glut med weakness? Thanks! 😊
@highwayrunner14465 ай бұрын
This is the video I need can't bend my left leg backwards after cervical surgery
@rehabhqofficial5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and for sharing your story! Walking backwards can also be a problem with a stiff leg. A video is coming soon to address this issue :) Stay tuned!
@jacobv7135 ай бұрын
I have the exact same problem c5-7 surgery 9 months ago. Left leg is stiff and can’t bend back to kick my butt. The pool therapy helps a bit but it’s still a major struggle. Ankle still doesn’t work either. How long has it been for you ?
@dancers11135 ай бұрын
Hello Dr. Tobias my leg has severe weakness and it’s turned outward (not bad) but it is turned could it be that it when I got out of my total hip replacement my leg wasn’t turned all the way
@thippeswamyjc59365 ай бұрын
Hsp disease tablets pls help me age 36years
@suzannekostishak5 ай бұрын
My legs lock up in bed like they are having a seizure and shake but I’m paralyzed on my left side. I wear a hard AFO 24/7 it’s miserable
@MayankKumar-xj4tz5 ай бұрын
Hi I am suffering from rare neurologic condition of transverse myletis can you help me i am still 22
@rehabhqofficial5 ай бұрын
TM can also cause this type of an issue with some people. I hope you found this video helpful!
@Spectre24343 ай бұрын
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@lannythe15685 ай бұрын
Jangan banyak teori lebih baik tayangan latihan lebih lama t