Walking After Injury - Non Weight Bearing to Full Weight Bearing

[@nanomeow]

No one talks about the fear thank you for discussing this

[@buffy611]

Very much a “mind over matter” situation.

[@nanomeow]

@@buffy611 definitely

[@TheCraftyKitty]

I'll start PT soon after breaking (on both sides) & dislocating my ankle, and surgery, and I'm TERRIFIED of the pain. Just got my cast off 5 days ago. I'm in level 4 pain 60% of the time right now so, yeah, more than a bit anxious about PT. Thank you for this video, it helped alleviate some of the fear. ❤

[@nanomeow]

@@TheCraftyKitty I had a trimallelor with dislocation. It's scary but you do make gains quickly. Just follow your PT and don't be guided so much by the fear. I did and I felt like it stopped me from making quicker progress. I'm 5 months out now from surgery, 4 months weight bearing. Give yourself grace and believe in yourself

[@loredell]

RIght? That's the big issue for me, I have a couple of screws and I keep thinking I'm gonna mess up and the bone will break (it wasn't broken before)

[@JoannaMukanya]

Hello I broke my ankle and needed surgery and am now on weight bearing I've not been able to really move my foot but this video helped me I tried it a few days ago and little bye little I'm on the road to being able to walk again that you so much❤

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Good luck with your recovery!

[@blackgirlparis]

I am having a similar journey don't you feel happy? I know I was

[@ccMomOfJays]

How's your recovery? I'm supposed to start walking soon and I'm so scared 😢

[@courtneybrewster1013]

I hope It happens to me like that. I had foot surgery for plantar fasciitis and I was given the ok, last monday to put weight on and and start walking started friday, and I can not walk at all, all I cam do is stand, and I'm scared

[@amandablanton8898]

Yes same here 5th metatarsal fracture, ended up having surgery to insert a screw also, 3rd n 4th metatarsal fracture, and doing ultra sound bone healing treatments 2x a day and now started therapy, I can weight bear some and movements have got better, thank you for detail explanation on being scared, bc that I am I can't take a step yet but I know it will happen, I havent walked since June 8th, and it's Oct 31st. So I'm so ready in my mind but the just of doing it making my mind and body 😩 it's hard im scared I'm gonna hurt it again. So the way you described everything makes so much sense. When I am trying to walk with thw walker I have to really think about how it feels and all so I am putting some weight through my foot parcially if not I will hop or just touch enough to walk and use my arms mostly and that is super tiring. I've been on a knee scooter for the entire time so that I could actually do chores and everything that needed done. So I'm really reliable for the scooter. I will get there but I totally know it's a process, alot of people think tou can be able to just walk but I am proof of that. It's a process you have to get through with your body and mind agreeing... and I will soon get there. Thank you so much for the way you showed and told us how to try and overcome this transition. ❤🎉😊 I'm hoping to walk by Thanksgiving. We shall see ❤

[@cupcaketunes]

Broke my ankle on 12.3.23. Almost 5 weeks out and currently on crutches with partial weight bearing. What a big learning it's been! Thank you for all of the detailed and clear explanations

[@Happylifeme100]

I broke my right ankle on 12.5.23. I had to have surgery. I am not allowed weight-bearing yet. Hope your recovery goes well.

[@cupcaketunes]

Sorry to hear about your injury! Little by little, we'll get there. Wishing us both a good recovery ​@@Happylifeme100​

[@danielbelisle2817]

broke my right ankle (3 places) on 12-09-23, had surgery 6 days later. hopefully partial beginning monday

[@alannaflorence5439]

@@Happylifeme100 i broke my right tibia and fibula on 12/5/23 and had to have surgery too. i am partial weight bearing as of right now.

[@raquelfassnacht]

I’m a 65 year old female (very active)-My accident was 12/1/23, surgery on 12/8/23 - I had a cast for 2 weeks then I graduated to the boot (non weight bearing.) My next appointment is coming up on 1/29/23, i will have my X-ray and hopefully I can finally begin partial weight bearing. Talk about the depression that hit me at the beginning of this unwelcome time.

[@Suprabound]

Nasty tibia plateau fracture. Went to physical therapy today and I was terrified. I expressed my fears to the therapist. Best thing I did. My knee is pretty locked up but I trusted her enough to move my leg down. Now that I'm past the fear, I feel like I'll progress better. Great video.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Good luck with your recovery!

[@patluker5629]

I also had a bad tibia plateau fracture. I have been NWB for 7 weeks. I go back to the surgeon in 3 more weeks and hopefully can walk out on both feet, so this video is tremendously helpful!

[@KindaNewHere]

I had a TPF a year ago this week. I was NWB for 12 weeks. Now I am hiking with our dog.

[@mariecurie9933]

I have a tibia plateau fracture too,I have been told today to start light weight bearing.I am a little scared still.

[@troutie2008]

TPF here. Waiting for my second surgery and peeking into the future. My wife and I have pretty big plans for late September and Mid October. I sure hope that we can still make them happen.

[@AndrewTate4prez]

I was involved in a head on car crash that wasn’t my fault fractured my tibia and fibula and also fractured my knee cap/patella . Not to mention my hip was fractured as well so let’s just say learning to walk again has really humbled me but the fear in the brain I just have to let go of 😢to anybody who needs encouragement you GOT this ! No pain no gain 🎉

[@yolandagarcia9456]

Omg I had the exact same injury caused by a head on collision. Did ur ankle heal properly or is it still swollen? It’s been a year and a half for me and I still have a swollen ankle. ???

[@SlappyWZ]

@@yolandagarcia9456 4 months after my broken ankle and the swelling is insane

[@michellewhitenunez3193]

I hope you are doing fantastic!!! The mental part is no joke.

[@Nikitafranks0122]

My people! My ankle still swells but not so bad. But I had to do an ankle fusion.

[@greeneyeszzzvixen]

Thank you so much for this encouragement! I’m currently in a knee stabilizer on my left leg & a cam boot on my right foot. I tore my patella tendon so bad the beginning of this month & ruptured my right Achilles. I’m only in the beginning stage 😢

[@sylviasullo2551]

Without this woman I would not have gotten up and “ in center” ! Once I followed her instructions - I became confident enough to move forward! No drs., PTs mentioned this! Accident was March 4 2024 - just this past few days was able to take a 2 mile walk & steps are more manageable! If she could fix the nerve damage she would be an angel! Happy New Year all! 🎉

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

So happy to hear the video was useful! Best wishes for 2025 x

[@TR-tz8zx]

This is a phonomenal video! I had a knee replacement, which is supposed to be able to bear weight right away, but I was terrified to walk. Even at 6 months after surgery I still use a cane. I know a lot of it is fear in my mind of falling. I’ve looked and looked for videos to overcome the fear of walking after surgery, and this is one of the only ones I’ve found and it is incredible! Wonderful advice, delivered in a very clear and concise way. Thank you for putting this video together and helping people!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're very welcome!

[@AllFiveDKBs]

Mid January I fell and broke my acetabulum and pelvis. Doc put me back together again with plates and screws but I was zero weight bearing for 11 weeks. During that time, I found your video. I’ve watched several times and again tonight as I prepare for PT beginning next week. Thank you.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Good luck with your recovery!

[@chevvuriprasanthi1076]

Very good and cool explanation thank u ❤

[@m.taylor]

Thank you so much! This video has helped me to re-learn walking after my fracture healed. I am now able to walk around my home without using one crutch. It has been quite an ordeal.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it helped!

[@niranju95]

How many days did you take to re-learn walking?

[@m.taylor]

@@niranju95 I don't remember exactly but it was at least 3 months, equivalent to the length of time I had on the cast and as she described it to be.

[@phoebepotato]

Thank you so much for making this video. ❤ I'm in non weight bearing now and a bit afraid to my transition to weight bearing. Thank you for including the mental factor needed for that transition

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery!

[@neatfreaks7458]

Your videos are amazing. I've unfortunately had bad care through an MCL tear, and should have been doing so much more. Your videos are already helping in just less than a day. Thank you

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad I could help

[@keeponkeepingonmrc2023]

Yayyyy

[@robinsimons7710]

8 weeks out and still relying on a cane. Thank you for dealing with the fear. My fear is falling as it was a fall that caused my hip fracture. My therapist has shown me these exercises so I am looking forward to walking unaided. Hip healed beautifully from the surgery. Your video is so helpful!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad you find it helpful!

[@Randilynn66]

I have a trimalleor fracture. My dr. cleared me today for full weight bearing after 6 weeks. I had ORIF surgery and then a boot for a month. I was never casted. I start PT on Wednesday, although I had 6 sessions of at home PT that helped with stretching and balance.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing!

[@rVnsunshine]

I’m trimalleor too. (And two fully ruptured ligaments, and a tightrope. 🥲) I’m only partial weight bearing, but by the end of six weeks I should be “walking unassisted”. We got this!

[@Randilynn66]

Good luck. I'm 6 months post op and walking 10k steps daily.

[@damarisguerra2866]

@@Randilynn66 Do you have any burning sensation on the inner part of your ankle?

[@ShortShots_yt]

@@Randilynn66what about your range of motion and mobility ?? is it as before the surgery??

[@9monava]

extremely helpful talking about the fear!

[@michaelmccormick4989]

I can't thank you enough for this video. I've not seen another one like it and it is exactly what I need to balance the weight on both legs again. Makes me feel quite emotional actually to have found this help. Best wishes from 🇬🇧

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching, and good luck with your recovery!

[@michaelmccormick4989]

@SportsInjuryPhysio the part I find particularly helpful is your reminder that when one leg goes forward the heel should strike first and then down on to the toes. I've been kind of shuffling forward flat footed on the weaker leg until now. Consciously striking out heel first has given more stability,just need to build up strength in glutes and surrounding muscles and flexors now. Thanks again.

[@whateverhappens1140]

This is especially helpful if you've been sitting immobile for a long time. Thank you for putting this up on your channel.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@janiceoliver-z3p]

I could cry! You have answered all my questions that have been worrying me!! AND you are South African❤😊I WISH every ortho had physios who tell patients.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Lekker! Thanks for watching, and good luck with your recovery.

[@margaretstubchen139]

Thank you for this video. I broke my ankle in 3 places on May 20 2024 ( surgery 2 plates and screws) and at the same time sprained the other ankle very badly. I was in the hospital for 12 days. My sprained ankle is mostly recovered now but still very weak but I wear a shoe on it. My right ankle is now in an Air cast. I now walk with a 2 wheeled walker but want to progress to walking normally. This video is very helpful and also dealing with the fear helps. Thanks again.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@lodestoneTMLR]

Thank you so much! Couldn't help but get a bit emotional. Had 17 screws put in my foot to realign bones for better stability/bunion correction. Very happy with results so far, was about 6 weeks NWB and been doing incrementally increasing weight for last 3 weeks and finally lost the crutch 2 days ago. Found myself leaning a bit and I LOVE your explanation of the mid-line readjustment and your body/mind overcoming the fear. Physio started about 12 days ago, hopefully out of boot within 2 weeks but I am more nervous about that- being in a less supportive thing than the aircast. I will use your tips for sure and be back to watch this again!!!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery!

[@sunrisesue]

Thank you! You explained everything so well. Most doctors do not take the time to cover this.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@remyprasad1852]

Awesome, I met with an accident n my right leg ankle fractured already done surgery, I think like this video of urs is specially for me, thank you so much

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@Charlieafter2020]

I appreciate this because my physical therapist wasn’t telling me about the mindset in my recovery plan. He just told me to “do this exercise (like a heel raise)”, while giving me pointers. I was just released from the hospital after being diagnosed with Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis with acquired cerebral ataxia and peripheral neuropathy (drop foot was extra😅) This video helped me understand what my brain was doing. Instead of yelling to my brain “You’re not doing this right” I now ask “What is my body doing? What is my brain trying to do and how can I help it move close to what I want to do?”

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching, and good luck with your recovery!

[@lindaguida4074]

My mom had MS, she died at 55 years old.

[@lindaguida4074]

I love when you said, you want to go shopping 🛍️ ❤️

[@keeponkeepingonmrc2023]

Love it

[@lesleyducoing6762]

I broke my tibia 1 place and fibula 2 place. Due to my size crutches was like a hazard for myself. So I was in a wheelchair now I am using a walker w ankle brace. The break is still not fully healed & it been 7 months since injury. It’s only been a month and a half since I was placed w brace. I have been and out physically therapy because my dr of physical therapy has had to cancel my follow ups and their aids cannot work w me until the dr sees me. My mind sees me walking my body starts to walk then it’s like nope pain. Needless to say I am frustrated & scared to walk or not to get back to walking without assistance. I will be using your video on top of my at home work papers from my physical therapy team. Thank you.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery.

[@muktimasih9733]

Hello, I had the exact same fracture. My OCF surgery happened on October 3rd 2023. It has been five months since, and from Mid January I began using the arm crutch and from Mid Feb, I was told to take it off and walk. But the pain is unbearable. So I still use the crutch, more for moral support and also because I know pain and fear combined can cause more injuries. So just want to say it;s getting better each day, I am trying to overcome the fear one at a time each day, and walking with my arm crutch for 25 minutes 4 times a week. Plus daily self-physio. Hang in there. It will get better I promise.

[@lesleyducoing6762]

@@muktimasih9733 VA hospital sent me out patient for ortho, and by the time they found an ortho and got me scheduled they couldn't operate.

[@W8n4m]

So glad this popped up on my KZbin feed. I am at 4 wks non weightbearing from tibial plateau fracture and mcl avulsion fracture and developed blood clots. The depression has been horrible but after watching this video. I have hope. My ortho PA gave me a hinged race at 2 weeks and. Said weight bearing as tolerated. All my research said non weightbearing for at least 6 wks. Told physio and she researched and said no weight bearing That same PA ignored my calf pain when I asked if possible blood clot. Week later, ER for blood clot diagnosis. Moral: research for yourself so you can address issues and concerns. This video is o godsend! Thank you so much.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing!

[@Always_Never]

Thats what noone understands, the depression through a severe injury (tore my achillis tendon 5 days ago) its so easy to be horribly depressed and even teary eyed...im normally an upbeat person, but severe injuries that leave you bed ridden and helpless are horrid!

[@ccMomOfJays]

Are you walking yet? I'm so scared to walk and I'm supposed to start soon 😢

[@Always_Never]

@ccMomOfJays don't feel bad, I fear a lot on a daily basis as well. I had my first day of PT today (and I could barely sleep at all, as I was so paranoid of having my foot out of the boot and being vulnerable) but it was actually nice and not bad at all. I'm 3.5 weeks in (non op) and praying each day everything goes as planned. I'm 50 percent weight bearing now, and moving to 75 percent Saturday. So I'm a little further off on walking than you. I think I don't start walking in shoes until week 7...but I know each doctor is different. Hell, I can't wait to walk even in the boot...as this injury is depressing as anything

[@dianabythebeach]

I have been wondering about blood clot (pelvic fractures). My Phys Therapist will be here in 2 days and will mention to her...and will also call my doctor. Thank you for posting. Wishing you wellness. 😊

[@RealityMedic]

I’m going weight bearing next week and I’ve been very concerned. Can’t believe this video exists but I’m SO HAPPY and excited that it does! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're very welcome, and good luck with your recovery!

[@kathymawer9295]

You have been such a great help to me and I want to thank you for clear instructions. This has been a very valuable video. So glad you took time to make it.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@BarbaraBarreda]

This was so what I needed right now . 8 weeks post ankle surgery ( pins and bolts in both bones) just told I can start weight bearing. So scared. I appreciate you simple one step at a time approach.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery!

[@ticker1963]

I broke my knee mid November. Required surgery and now have a long pin and 5 screws. Barely last week they referred PT and has not been approved yet. It’s been 8 weeks since this happened, I am glad I found you to get started myself. Thank you❤

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching, and good luck with your recovery!

[@meganhenry5795]

I fractured my fibula and medial malleolus...1 week after surgery and it a cast. I'm soooo excited to start PT and start walking again. 🥳 I have a ways to go, but just want to say your videos are so helpful. Thank you!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery!

[@mishech3709]

How r u now? Do u walk without crutches now? I have same surgery 3 weeks ago...can u shear ur healing journey in short words after post surgery?

[@historyjunkie2]

I'm currently non weight bearing for 6 weeks. Slipped and fell down the stairs and fractured two bones in my ankle, had surgery done. 3 weeks more before I can put any weight on it. I'm watching this video now to prepare my self for when that day comes.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery!

[@catmaaske1908]

I’m in the same boat but I’m one week away from being weight bearing again and I’m so nervous to start. I’ve not used crutches at all I’ve been using a wheelchair.

[@peterh6281]

Hope it’s all working out well for you. It’s a scary time but gets better really quickly. I’ve been walking about for 3 days now, and although it’s a little bit stiff, it’s getting better every day. Get yourself a good ankle brace to support recovery - best of luck to you!

[@Petra-v7s]

Is it still painful after those 6 weeks? And how much?

[@historyjunkie2]

@@Petra-v7s so I started putting weight on my foot 7 days ago and I'd say my pain level is 5 on a scale of 1-10.

[@CraftyMoonshine]

I am recovering from 2 pelvic fractures and this video has been so helpful! I just had my 6 week xrays yesterday and have been told I can go from toe-touch weight bearing to weight bearing as tolerated. It feels so good to know that all the work I've been putting in shadow walking and moving my leg through the motions even if I couldn't put my weight on it was the correct decision, I am so excited to start these exercises and get back to walking while avoiding limping as much as they say I will - thank you!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery!

[@emilybethany88]

Post MPFL reconstruction and this is the best explanation and progression I’ve come across for ditches crunches! The explanation of how our brain views this helped so much. The seated movements to gentle weight bearing has been such a great addition. Thank you!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@blueice884]

Thank you for your video sharing. I thought i was not normal when after 8 weeks my foot still limping. Doctor never explained the important of the process we need to have therapy to learn how to walk. Instead only questioning why i am still limping and insist on doing MRI.

[@maxinef1f342]

I’m 69 and 7 weeks post op from a depressed tibial plateau fracture I’m currently using a step frame and have been given the go ahead by my surgeon to SLOWLY start weight bearing next week, 8 weeks post op, my first physio session is at week 9 Thank you for this video - I was fearful about weight bearing but you have made me feel more comfortable about the process - the light at the end of the tunnel is slowly becoming brighter 😊

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery!

[@helenmilchling368]

I am 5 weeks since a tibia plateau surgery and broken wrist. Both right side. Started 25% weight bearing yesterday and I am terrified.

[@yoyoland8461]

This was so helpful thank you! 🙏 😊

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@katrinarowland8073]

I broke my ankle super bad last year. I learned to walk again all by myself, using KZbin videos lol

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Well done!

[@calculator-sd5370]

what exercises did you do? can you introduce some videos?

[@emjaydark2811]

Me too. i regard myself as an expert now.

[@misunderstoodu2]

​@emjaydark2811 can you send me those videos please and I just broke my ankle a month ago with no surgery and suppose start weight bearing in a few days

[@misunderstoodu2]

can you send me those videos tips or tricks please and I just broke my ankle a month ago with no surgery and suppose start weight bearing in a few days

[@Bofadee]

I tore my patellar tendon back in September, i haven’t been bearing any weight for 4 months, im so grateful for this video and hopefully I’ll get back walking sooner with these tips!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching, and good luck with your recovery!

[@simonalin924]

5 weeks post op (ACL and Meniscus repair) still on partial weight bearing with 2 crutches. Starting this exercise now and will let you guys know the results after 2 weeks.

[@samukelisiweqwabe7240]

How has progress been

[@marieajordan2574]

I broke my ankle in 2 places. February 23/24 Had surgery March 8th . 3 nights in hospital. I have a plate and 10 screws. in a walking boot. for the last 7 weeks. but able to put my weight now for 3 weeks. little at a time. went to therapy 2 times so far. but was give things to do at home. NOW !! on the 22 of March, I'm to go into a sneakers 👟 I AM SO WORRIED about this. onthe25 I go to therapy and so ill wait till them. But this is such a process. And I thank you so much , for all your help. Even my Dr. never tell me this ❤

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery!

[@ccMomOfJays]

How's your recovery? I'm supposed to start walking soon and I'm so scared 😢

[@mimimi4589]

Thank yoh for writing this! I recently experienced something very similar, i also have metal plate and screws in my ankle and after 2 surgeries i was told i can walk again. I still use crutches and I'm pretty scared but seeing someone has went through the same thing is pretty comforting.

[@fanci2489]

I am going through the same, a plate and screws in my ankle. I'm just starting to add weight with a walker and it's still scary. Good luck to you!

[@ktekanawa8726]

Thank you for this video. Best advice across KZbin 🎉

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@MickTheDig]

I had surgery on my left ankle 3 months ago and when I was in the boot I used an EVENup Shoe Balancer/Leveler this kept my body pretty centered.

[@Gbabyyy713]

How was your experience learning to use your foot again ? I’m currently 12 weeks non weight bearing they are going to approve me end of the month to weight bearing ,

[@beachdude4863]

I fractured 5th metatarsal at base so called avulsion fracture. Last Friday, after two months, doc said bone is making an union, so i can start getting out of the boot, and walk gradually. I was overly excited, and started walking a lot. The injured foot started hurting again no bruise or swollen though. The last part of this video is very helpful. Key takeaway for me is to put weight on the injured foot slowly and with assistance having brain realize the motion details, and feel it. Thank you!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@luckii5986]

hi, i also fractured my 5th metatarsal. how long were you non weight bearing for before you switched to the boot?

[@beachdude4863]

@@luckii5986 sorry i just saw this. My doctor suggested boot right away, and also use a set of crutch. So i was non-weight bearing with boot.

[@zubiahassan6233]

​@@beachdude4863 u were wearing a boot but not walking with it at all fr 2months ?

[@bar8419]

Thank you. i am trying to get rid of my 4 year limp after a weird and slight stair knee twist, which actually caused some knee medial bone on bone and bent knee of 10 degrees. I do not want total knee replacement. I started PT and realize I have post traumatic knee syndrome. I think your video will help me find the mid-line and putting the weight on my trauma knee. i just tried it and I can do it. I am just trying to walk better. You demonstrated a heel first walk, and I didn't know where to land my foot any more, so thanks for that too!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery!

[@nemrac255]

Thank you for your clear explanation.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You are welcome!

[@ziyaclarke632]

I am now 9 weeks in had a tibial Plateau Fracture. Had open reduction internal fixation, knees are pretty stiff. I am no weight bearing now, was very fearful...but I can't wait to start walking again. Great video and information.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Best of luck!

[@THE-SONU2.0]

I have also injury and she helps, thank you❤❤❤

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@zo1820]

Oh wow, you are spot on when it comes to the brain😂I broke my 4th toe 6 weeks ago. Unfortunately it was the same foot a couple years prior that I had a bad ankle sprain. Now after wearing a boot and given the green light to walk in a supportive shoe again, my ankle is flaring up and hurting more than my toe😞. I am constantly telling myself to walk softly, but I feel like there was no guidance as to how to transition to actually using my foot again. It’s like the boot healed my toe but caused another issue entirely😮. Thank you so much❤

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery!

[@sedele]

I broke my ankle in June and had surgery to place four pins in it. While my surgeon was great, the physiotherapist was quite vague with instructions during my recovery. Watching your videos has helped me tremendously in understanding the process and what I need to do to heal properly. I just wish your content was available in multiple languages, including Turkish (my native language), so I could share it with others I know who are going through similar experiences. Thank you so much for the valuable information and support!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@mohammedakhtar503]

I’ve suffered from a cuboid avulsion fracture. I’ve just started my 4th week of recovery. This video is super helpful and within a day I made good progress. Thank you!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@pamelatimbush3762]

Thank you ma'am for taking your time to help us with this video and explaining everything so precisely! I have NOT been impressed with my orthopedic surgeon/podiatrist as he wouldn't even look at my ankle or foot 😮😢 he only looked at his laptop and the Xrays on it only on my last visit did he finally look at my ankle and pressed on it to the point I wanted to go through the ceiling as it was so swollen still and in lots of pain on November 7th almost 10wks. He asked me about PT and said I could do it at home so I asked him which HE thought I should do, and he said I was ambulatory so I could do it at home (cause I had started using the cane I was given) with the boot. The lady who put me in a brace I'm to wear for a month said the doctor told her I refused PT 😮😳😱😡... I told "NO I didn't he told me I could do it at home!" So she told me if after a month I was still having pain to call them and they would see me and then maybe set up PT. UNBELIEVABLE! I am grateful for your videos and hope I don't have to go back there. People I hope y'all have a better doctor than I have had to see!😢

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for sharing, and good luck with your recovery!

[@davidraj4904]

Thanks for your explanation I was not able to walk properly after ankle fusion after listening to your video i have now started to practice and now feel improvement in my walking pattern

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery!

[@funkdaddy123]

I was just allowed to be FWB as tolerated on my left leg after completing leg lengthing using a Precise Nail. This video was spot on with regard to the fear involved with taking that first step. Thanks for posting, it was truly helpful!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it helped!

[@summertime1438]

Thank you so much for all your help. I had an ankle replacement at 65. My biggest problem was the fear of walking on it with or without the boot.Thank you for addressing that. Also, your ankle video part one was fantastic. Answered a lot of questions that I did not know about my ankle surgery and how the brain functions with Injuries. I am still dealing with the fear of walking on it but your video has definitely helped.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery!

[@Andrea-n4q4k]

Currently recovering from Tibia and fibula fracture with surgery to place rods. I’m six weeks post op, but nervous about trying to walk again. Thank you so much for this video!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching, and good luck with your recovery!

[@MissJunebug86]

Did they say anything about driving to you? I just had the same surgery ( spiral fracture in tibia, broken fibula and ankle bone) and needed a rod and screws. 6 weeks with no weight.

[@EasterMegs]

Thank you for this video!! I'm dreading starting the weight bearing process after having a broken foot, but the small exercises you demonstrated feel like something I can handle

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Best of luck!

[@ccMomOfJays]

How's your recovery? I'm supposed to start walking soon and I'm so scared 😢

[@EasterMegs]

@@ccMomOfJays it has actually gone really well! I started slowly and stuck to what I was comfortable with, listened to my body, and it got easier and easier. You've got this!!

[@paulholden1967]

Im scared too to full weight baring after bad ankle break all healed but a bit wary putting pull weight on it​@ccMomOfJays

[@ccMomOfJays]

@@EasterMegs thank you so much for the encouragement! I'm slowly beginning to add more weight and trying my best to put my fear aside

[@mav29]

great video im on my 4th week out , learned a lot to helpme on my journey, lots of thanks

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Great to hear!

[@kiarakiandra5717]

Currently recovering from two patella tendon ruptures in my right and left knee and a broken ankle. Recovery feels impossible at the moment but your videos are extremely helpful!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Best of luck!

[@barbarawilliams9654]

Thank you so very much for this! I've just had my cast removed after 8 weeks of non weight bearing due to a trimalleolar fracture with surgery.....and it's a scary place😢 I am now in a boot and have an appointment for physio in just over a weeks time. As you quite rightly said, the transition to walking again is difficult so this video has really helped me to understand this process ❤

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Best of luck!

[@norcross411]

This was really, really helpful that you explained how your brain's perception of pain and midline shifts. I'm cleared to begin sport activities 12 weeks after a minor fracture but walking still is uncomfortable and doesn't feel... mentally comfortable, as you said. Thank you so much!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@princegupta5949]

Thank you so much bro..I had my ankle broken and now after your video, I had started walking and soon I will be walking smoothly without any disbalance..Thanks bro for letting my fear be out❤

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad to hear that

[@OzsnmzFam]

as someone who is having calf muscle strains and meniscus tears together, I had limited my walking a lot and now having hard time to walk. This is a very nice video bc the first time to start walking gives me chills. (also following your videos for calf and meniscus tears)

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching, and good luck with your recovery!

[@joolzmac1]

Thank you for your clear and concise directions. I’m hoping to transition to partial weight bearing today (after xray and Ortho Dr appointment to see if unfixed spiral fibula fracture has healed, post op 7 weeks with tightrope fixation). The most frustrating 8 weeks of my life so far!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Best of luck!

[@ivonnealester7580]

Thank you, this is really helpfull.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad to hear it!

[@nagamaninagamani7711]

Mam bigg salute to you ,i broke my ankle back ,my pop removed ,i tried so meny what's to walk but I didn't understand how to start, I'm scared to walk ,I just followed your vidio 1st attempt only i learned to walk properly Thank you so much for your knowledge,very useful vidio,lots of love❤❤❤❤

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

My pleasure 😊

[@ccMomOfJays]

How's your recovery going? I'm supposed to start walking soon and I'm so scared

[@ooshty1]

Hi, thank you for your excellent video. Today is 6 weeks since my tri malleolar fracture of right ankle. I see the surgeon tomorrow to be assessed for weight bearing. I am 60 so have been grateful for the knee scooter which has allowed me to function as normally as possible including catering for a Christmas Day meal for friends.. I use crutches for the stairs in my 3 level house. I have been doing ROM exercises and self massage 3 times a day. You are right about the fear of weight bearing - every bit if this journey has involved some form of apprehension which has been really confronting because I am naturally optimistic and not easily given to fear or anxiety. . I found your video on shadow walking which was wonderful and have been practising every day this week. I am hopeful that the transition to weight bearing will be smooth - I am expecting some pain and fatigue but hopefully not too much fear. I do have a question though - I seem to be very easily fatigued since the surgery and feel like I ”hit the wall” about 12 hours after I get up. I would normally bike ride or do lots of dog walks before the injury but am limited now to just functioning. Is it normal to be so fatigued? Does anyone have experiences or advice they could share? Thanks again for the incredibly helpful videos.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

It can be normal - just think of how much more energy it takes to move around currently than when you're not injured. But ask your surgeon - they are best placed to assess your general health as well.

[@ooshty1]

@@SportsInjuryPhysiothanks very much for the quick reply.i see my surgeon this afternoon so will ask her.

[@anndelgado1521]

2 months ago, I fell off a step stool, and injured my foot with a tendinitis diagnosis. In an air cast for 6 wks. No weight bearing, after 2 months, just now starting to do partial weight bearing. Your video has shown me how to lessen the fear that I have about walking again. THANK YOU SO MUCH

[@lamechmwale1442]

Eeee.ja😅l

[@DavesDomeTube]

Hadn't walked without crutches for a year after multiple fractures around knee and partial tendon tears. Started walking in house two weeks ago, very slowly it gets better. This week after year finally cycling outside and walking witgout crutches outside, painful but I'm at the point where I can't let too many muscles atrophy.

[@StargazerLily82]

Had knee surgery yesterday for an MPFL reconstruction and a meniscus repair. I'm supposed to be nwb for 6 weeks, but I start PT next week. So scared about going straight from NWB to FWB with a kneecap that dislocated twice before my surgery. Super happy I found this video

[@stevecurd3944]

brilliant video,i exploded my right achilles tendon & had my lower leg in cast for 2 weeks & a aircast for 9 weeks,its been difficult to get in the rythm of walking again without a limp but doing your exercises has really helped "thankyou"

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@RahRahRiggs]

Sincerest thanks to you!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're most welcome!

[@tyrapowers7355]

This is so helpful. Thank you

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@RomaSaini464]

Absolutely fine Video solves all my problems after femur fracture. I forgot how to step and stand

[@allisonblair6254]

I'm currently in an air boot cast for multiple broken foot bones, I don't need surgery thank gosh - but in two weeks the boot comes off and I'll be going to see a physio therapist and getting fitted with special runners. I am frightened of walking again and I hope my walking poles will give me stability, I'm using a walker to get around ... I will re watch this video a few times

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching!

[@Rashtrawadi_Pawan_balhara]

Watching from India 🇮🇳 very helpful in my calcaneum injury ❤

[@keeponkeepingonmrc2023]

Im another who are very thankfull i found you. And yes it gives me perfect guidelines. Thank you❤

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Wonderful!

[@sallyjfootedvm5371]

Wow. Body guarding with a rotated pelvis post groin injury with hip arthritis has been my challenge for over a year. I had stem cell injection in-the hip to treat this and had to avoid weight bearing for a month. So now my walk is so stilted etc and I am fearful of the weight transfer. This video has broken down the steps to train my brain and body!!! Thank you!!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@drfeliciakalesaran7573]

thank you, this helps me a lot

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it helped!

[@vickif.4645]

Very helpful. Thank you!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sisonkendzimeni3374]

Found out i have hip and knee osteoarthritis partial weight bearing still using crutches and its frustrating this video came in handy

[@Titanicwillneverbeforgotten]

This is gonna help me because in 2 weeks I will be partial weight bearing after a tibia spiral fracture

[@Gbabyyy713]

How r u doing with your recovery ?

[@Titanicwillneverbeforgotten]

@@Gbabyyy713 i am fully healed, Back to sports and running with no issue

[@mustaphamohammed5151]

How long did it take u to recover?

[@Titanicwillneverbeforgotten]

@@mustaphamohammed5151 about 4-5 months

[@asaadkhan4133]

Hey , how long did it take for you to get back to walking normally from the date of removing the cast , given the cast was on for 6 weeks?

[@VictoriaJohn-n7y]

Great teaching.i had a surgery for broken ankle.doctor told for 3months nwb.next month 20 th july doctor said after x ray to go in to partial weight bearing.i am afraid.your teaching was more helpful to me and i have confidence to walk.thsnk you.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery!

[@machisijack]

Thank you ...just as i needed this ❤i just hope i wll without clutches soon

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You’re welcome 😊

[@kehaunani8215]

I needed to hear this! Thank you

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@1kmkmkmkm]

This video helped me alot! The mental points and the maintain crutches points are brilliant! Thank you

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@nevadarn]

Thank you for this video - recent ankle replacement. Was told to go to one cane or crutch -50% wt bearing. Leaped at using a crutch - how much less cumbersome. But as I went to full, could not walk without a hitch /limp. PT said to strengthen my hip. That didn't really seem to be the whole problem. Watched your video - went back to crutches -even without bearing wt on them - HUGE difference. Will go back to crutches for relearning my center point. Yrs of pain on right foot then surgery makes me think my brain needs lots of retraining as well as my body. Thank you - I now have hope!!

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery!

[@krishnachaitanyadhulipudi775]

Thank you so much sir it helped me to walk after foot facture and ligament tear thank you so much❤

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Most welcome

[@GrimRaider22]

Recovering from heel fracture. Surgery 8/14. Cast came off 9/24. Currently in boot. But was told can start trying to walk with boot this week. With assistance of crutch or crutches. Little hard getting hang off trying to adjust to middle ground. So will try advice from this video.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching, and good luck with your recovery!

[@rohannawildon9729]

Very helpful thank you! A wakeboard fell off the wall and broke my foot in two spots! But just got the green to start walking

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching, and good luck with your recovery.

[@50kmeveryday]

I tore my deltoid last May and was out for the entire summer. I ended up starting aqua jogging/walking with water dumbells. The water walking was in a circular lazy river. I had used it many times to get a great anaerobic load from it, due to the ability to maintain time under tension and no compression. I ended up rolling my OTHER ankle, and now the ankle I had torn deltoid with is 1.5x as stable feeling, I have lost pro-prioception/mind muscle with my left ankle due to physical rehab neglect when doing band work initially. Ooof. Thanks for this video! I herniated my l5-s1 at 27 and now my right ankle apparently has loose bodies in it from wear and tear. I am too young for this! Aqua therapy saved me.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thanks for watching and sharing!

[@mandeek6468]

Amazing loving And informing video. Thank you

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@JohnFWisdom]

Thank you so much!❤

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@joepopjax3477]

Great tips, thanks.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome!

[@FouziaElbakkal]

I broke my leg 5 days ago and this video helped me bye relaxing the pain a little

[@StephenMorris-b5o]

Age 55. Trimaleolar fracture dec 17, surgery and hardware installed dec 19, cast removed Jan 5 and staples (36) removed. Waited a week+ for sutures and staple holes to heel and started swim/pool work myself Jan 15. Consisting of a mix of water running, water polo drills, swimming (50m), building various exercises like calf/foot rolls, squats, walking in water starting at shoulder depth and progressing to waist depth after 10 sessions (on top of exercises in desk chair at work and home). 6 weeks post surgery was Jan 30 and official 6 week check up for x-rays and evaluation is Feb 2 for official go-ahead for weight bearing (I have started with air cast over a week ago and can walk well in the air cast but only do so with knee scooter close by getting to pool from car is on knee scooter down to bleacher, swim suit under sweat pants and swim parka, so just take off air cast and sweat pants on bleacher and crawl on my but the 10 feet to the deep end).

[@StephenMorris-b5o]

Feb 14 update, can walk easily with air cast going on 3 weeks, if it is icy will use a cane for stability. Can walk without air cast at home but only do so when doing physio. Plantar flexion is almost as good as the right ankle, dorsal flexion still working on, I feel this when lunging my right foot forward (I only do this in chest deep water at this point). Cannot turn my left foot in as far as my right yet. I can do breast stroke kick though with a bit of force, could keep up with freestylers doing my breaststroke for a set of 100s.

[@stephenmorris2726]

March 5 - 10 weeks following my trimaleolar fracture surgery. Since my last update I had been only using the Air Cast/walking cast at work. At home I had not been using it. This week I have been walking around with regular hiking boots. Walking is good. I can support weight and balance on the damaged left ankle (even raising my right leg), of course balance is not as good as the right unbroken ankle. The difference is most noticeable when doing lunges, specifically when I lunge with the right foot. Anyway, I have another month for my 3 month check-up so I will continue doing my workouts and hopefully the Dr will give me good news and allow some jogging. With my fracture my fibula was completely broken at an angle, on that I have multiple plates with 5 screws holding them in. On the tibia, most trimaleolar fractures I have seen on KZbin have 1 or 2 long screws holding the tibial fracture, I had multiple so I have plates with 6 screws holding them, and the rear of my tibia was also fractured so I have another screw there holding the back.

[@madelynkelly5777]

​@stephenmorris2726 Thank you for the updates. Same..Trimalleolar fractures on January 26, surgery was Feb 2nd. I've been in this cast , my heel and foot hurt on a 4 level, my ankle hurting more recently. Tomorrow March 11th, xray possible removal of cast and into a walking boot. I am scared to death. My toes have been tingling since this happened and had to move my toes. Worried we we start the walking boot I am going to make thing worse.. Good luck on your recovery.

[@stephenmorris2726]

@@madelynkelly5777 Good luck - a little longer in the surgery cast but different surgeons have different approaches. I know with mine the 2 weeks post surgery I had the swelling go down in my ankle and my calf had atrophied quite a bit so my cast was very loose - I probably could have slid out of it like a boot. The best piece of equipment I used was a knee scooter. In terms of therapy if you have a facility that offers water therapy try that. I went to the water very quickly but I am a swimmer/water polo/triathlete and I have a great deal of personal aquatic therapy experience from decades ago that is another story. In terms of the air cast - get the taller one. That will have more support. I did get a second ankle one, mainly for my bike on my bike trainer, but I found the ankle air cast was not as good as the taller one.

[@stephenmorris2726]

@@madelynkelly5777 Good luck on your recovery. In terms of the tingling, I also had tingling toes, ankle foot. That is normal with the swelling, as the swelling goes down it gets better. It seems that most of the videos I have seen with people that have this injury the dorsal flexión seems to be the hardest to get back. And that is needed to go down stairs, walk etc. My surgeon did say he had to remove damaged cartilage, which has been my biggest concern since I woke up after the surgery.

[@montanamom1124]

Great teaching

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Thank you!

[@NursieChan]

Thank you so much ma'am

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Most welcome 😊

[@mithunkartha]

Very helpful, thank you so much.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Glad it was helpful!

[@delroyhobbs7627]

Thanks for those tips don't try it as yet but I will be trying it

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

Good luck!

[@solly2420]

6 weeks post op on a displaced (and smashed) 5th metatarsal today. My cast has come off, replaced with a moon boot. My surgeon says I can put a "little weight" on it here and there but not walk on it as yet. I came here looking for exercises that I can do whilst not yet walking but to prepare myself for walking soon hopefully. In your first seated exercise I noticed the range of movement of my ankle (not injured) has been limited by the 6 weeks in a cast, so I guess I have found my starting point. Thank you.

[@SportsInjuryPhysio]

You're welcome, and good luck with your recovery!