Best exercises for foot drop (drop foot)

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  • Опубликовано: 26 ноя 2024

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  • @prettydiamond3064
    @prettydiamond3064 2 года назад +5

    I’m so glad I found your channel after my stroke.

  • @kristenbuchanan7017
    @kristenbuchanan7017 2 года назад +15

    You are a rockstar. So hard to find a neuro therapist. Gave up trying ( after seeing 3 therapists that did more harm) . With ms, we have similar issues as those that had a stroke. You are a godsend to so many. Thank you!

  • @larryoexner1342
    @larryoexner1342 2 года назад +14

    Love your dog… he’s mimicking you & working out

  • @FrancesGoodwin-nv8bc
    @FrancesGoodwin-nv8bc Год назад +3

    Many thanks from the UK!. You are so knowledgeable. Important to know the reasons for exercises. I have hope again! 😊❤

  • @nf325
    @nf325 5 месяцев назад

    My daughter is just starting PT for foot drop after leg surgery. Your videos are so helpful. Thank you

  • @kate.a
    @kate.a 2 года назад +10

    Thanks for this video, Dr. T! Foot drop due to MS is my #1 problem and your vids on this topic are always top-notch.

    • @rehabhqofficial
      @rehabhqofficial  2 года назад +1

      Thank you so much Kate for your kind words and your generous applause! I am beyond grateful. 🙏

    • @christyjose9085
      @christyjose9085 2 года назад

      Logos tv live

  • @degas
    @degas 2 года назад +12

    This probably is the best video for foot drop…I‘ve watched them all. 😉🥴🥴🥴🙂
    ThankYOU Tara!!
    ❤️🦋
    I hope others come across this video sooner than I did. Lots of fluff out there 😔🙂👍 Intuitively your exercises makes so much sense and work of course!!
    It is such a scary systematic “condition” for “active” people.
    5 months waiting to see neurologist…not fun 🙂
    ✌️❤️🌎
    Thankyou

  • @monstermunch147
    @monstermunch147 4 месяца назад

    Foundn this video while looking for an exercise for my foot drop and feeling a bit blue and I have to say the happy little dog really cheered me up.

  • @noralostam4575
    @noralostam4575 Год назад

    Thanks Dr Tara, your video always super informative and easy to digest. my brother has brainstem bleed in last July, he admitted ICU for 2 weeks, then moved to normal ward for 2 weeks and have been back home nursery and recovery. we get some therapist come to home. his recovery is miracle for us and also dr mentioned the same. His physical all good but he feels his head, hand n legs numbness and tingly sensation which make his hand and legs not so much energy when he stands. he can started to hold spoon and eat by himself. appreciate if you could suggest what's exercise should he do for expedite his recovery. Many thanks for SG/ID❤

  • @helensmith9074
    @helensmith9074 Год назад

    I've done most of the exorcise s and found them really good I've movement in my toes and can bend them when I used to try straight an my foot my toes used to curl the opposite way but impatient work together it a star thank u

  • @ehinspections
    @ehinspections 2 года назад +2

    Thank you for sharing! What muscles are you using when you are moving away from the wall? Thank you, great work!

  • @surfingbuddha666
    @surfingbuddha666 2 года назад +4

    I have foot drop following lumbar fusion two years ago and have been pursuing a very strenuous exercise program including pool therapy and blood flow restriction workouts on a daily basis. Progress has been slow but steady. Would external nerve stimulation of peroneal nerve promote recovery in any way? Thank you in advance for any advice.

  • @icaniwillgrow
    @icaniwillgrow 2 года назад +3

    How do you manage foot drop where the patient has been prescribed a brace that prevents ankle flexion? Exercise without the brace and then wear brace for daily living? Great video and some really useful ideas.

    • @janahillman
      @janahillman Год назад

      Look up step smart brace. This brace allows you to move your ankle. I have drop foot for 2 years now and had the stiff brace. I discovered the step smart brace and it's amazing. You will not be dosappointed.

  • @medeb7666
    @medeb7666 2 года назад +6

    Thank you, Dr. Tara, for this informative video! I have foot drop due to CMT and your video is very helpful. I try to get a daily long walk (using a walker) but felt that specific exercises for foot drop would be good to add to the routine. Again, thank you.

  • @jamieyoung4257
    @jamieyoung4257 2 года назад +2

    I have MS and terrible drop foot. I use a walker everywhere I go. I wear shoes with a one inch heel, mostly booties since my ankle is weak. I’ve had Ms since 1997. I’d like to wear tennis shoes, but they “stick” on the ground. I saw something about using duct tape. Can you tell me more? I love your videos

  • @revdocrandy
    @revdocrandy 2 года назад +5

    Thanks for the explanation & the exercises. While I deal with spasticity, I certainly understand the challenges with ankle strength/mobility.

  • @deniseinskip-seale7815
    @deniseinskip-seale7815 2 года назад +2

    Thank you Dr. Tara, I don't have a floppy foot, however I found all of the exercises useful...for improving balance and retraining my brain for my leftside hemiparesis....

    • @rehabhqofficial
      @rehabhqofficial  2 года назад

      Hi Denise! I am so glad you found these ones helpful :)

  • @twlson49
    @twlson49 2 года назад +3

    Great advice and your doggie loves it also.

  • @darkodarkovic7827
    @darkodarkovic7827 2 года назад +5

    Thanks for the new exercises. I still have weakness in my ankle muscles and it will come in handy. I think it is quite challenging to put on and take off socks while standing, because pulling on socks adds to the imbalance. Have a nice week.

  • @mairafavela4954
    @mairafavela4954 Год назад

    I loved watching the cute little dog doing little doggie things! Good informative video. Will start these exercises and see if I stop dragging my right foot as much

  • @kaijenhsiao6134
    @kaijenhsiao6134 2 года назад +3

    thank you so much to share this wonderful information

  • @LCoffman
    @LCoffman 5 месяцев назад

    Agree with others, you do a great job and also love your dog!

  • @84naners
    @84naners 2 года назад +7

    I can do active dorsi flexion while in sitting completely fine (like the second exercise)..i can't do ANY standing exercises - like my affected foot doesn't even lift off the ground..no ankle dorsi flexion at all in standing..why is that? I'm confused. How do i address this issue? Where is the weakness/tightness in standing coming from, as opposed to sitting?

  • @Delayna1111Alkamyz
    @Delayna1111Alkamyz 2 года назад +1

    Thanks! Tara please contact me about your advice on the night splint you suggested. I'm in desperate need.

  • @saurabhmohite376
    @saurabhmohite376 2 года назад +1

    Thank you verrrry much ma'm it was very helpful

  • @fayeshay
    @fayeshay 9 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks for all the great informations but your dog stole the show❤❤

  • @Odelon-f1c
    @Odelon-f1c Год назад

    Im so happy mam that you can help me bless you

  • @evelyndudley9142
    @evelyndudley9142 Год назад

    I have nerve damage in my left foot due to L5 S1. Had the surgery to relieve the pain. My left foot dropped only 2 weeks before surgery. The doctor said it would only be a 50/50 change that the foot drop would recover. In addition to the foot drop, I just had a right hip conversion 3 weeks ago. I'm trying to heal from both at the same time. While doing the exercises, you recommended. Should I ware the AFO? Thanks for reading my post.

  • @2FatAce
    @2FatAce 5 месяцев назад

    Better video than others.

  • @z.j.2352
    @z.j.2352 2 года назад +1

    I need to do exercises using
    a wedger
    What company do you recomend

  • @prusa16
    @prusa16 6 месяцев назад

    Hello, Thank you for video and i wanna ask a question. The first movement you show in the video is wrapping with a bandage and then moving the foot up and down. What exactly does this movement do, for example, exercise muscles that are not working or rehabilitate damaged nerves?

  • @Lyoness92
    @Lyoness92 3 месяца назад

    Hello , are there any particular braces available on Amazon that will be good for the foot drop ?

  • @nellieR622
    @nellieR622 Год назад

    Excellent information. Love my little fur baby ,too. 🤗

  • @muhidinibrahim5
    @muhidinibrahim5 Год назад

    Thank u for this video, I wanna ask u,do i do this exercise with shoes or without shoes? Which one is the best please?

  • @momortada9054
    @momortada9054 2 года назад +3

    This video definitely helped me better understand the root causes of foot drop, thank you.
    I’m wondering though, could foot drop be the reason for feeling pain in the bottom of the heel especially when waking up in the morning?

  • @cindycarey5277
    @cindycarey5277 Год назад

    I have nerve damage from a back condition and surgery. I have little feeling in my foot and calf. I went to PT for 3 months after surgery. I have gained a lot of muscle strength, but still struggle. These excersizes are something a little different. I am anxious to try them.

  • @BobDole-x1x
    @BobDole-x1x 8 месяцев назад

    i was born with a hip dysplasia when i had my first hip surgery back in 1996 it damaged my peroneal nerve and now i have muscle atrophy and foot drop on my right leg. i hate those white plastic afo. what is your recommendations? also my first dr who did my hip surgery said i might had polio as a kid but that was his theory.

  • @dp11194
    @dp11194 2 месяца назад

    have you ever used electrical stimulation for foot drop like The Rebuilder?

  • @sushmitabangera8715
    @sushmitabangera8715 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for talking about difference between foot drop and spasticity, difficult for us to differentiate in MS

    • @rehabhqofficial
      @rehabhqofficial  2 года назад +1

      Absolutely. This is why I always make sure and explain the different whenever I mention both spasticity and foot drop in a video. :)

  • @jimbrady5264
    @jimbrady5264 Год назад +1

    Who, what medical specialist ,can determine if problem is F.D. Or Spasficity ?

  • @ludalebid442
    @ludalebid442 2 года назад +1

    Bravo, dear Doctor!!

    • @rehabhqofficial
      @rehabhqofficial  2 года назад

      Thanks Luda! Great to see you this week! I hope this one helps you 😊

  • @shah3708
    @shah3708 2 года назад +1

    Very informative

  • @AlhassanSulemana-v7k
    @AlhassanSulemana-v7k Год назад +1

    Very good❤

  • @olagokeserifdeen7859
    @olagokeserifdeen7859 2 года назад

    Thanks ma
    Can we get exercises to facilitate dorsiflexor muscle power of zero following injection neuritis

  • @jerrysegovia1
    @jerrysegovia1 2 года назад +1

    My foot drop was due too being in a induced comma for 4 moths due to covid and I wasn't moved around. I need advice plus I have a brace I want to walk regular and work again

    • @ismaelquezada6139
      @ismaelquezada6139 5 месяцев назад

      Hi, what did u do? Did u fix your foot

    • @jerrysegovia1
      @jerrysegovia1 5 месяцев назад

      @@ismaelquezada6139 negative in still in the same pain

  • @LaFabricaExperiencia
    @LaFabricaExperiencia 2 года назад +1

    Hello, thank you so much for your videos! What do you think about the smart step brace for drop foot?

    • @laurawyant6181
      @laurawyant6181 Год назад

      YES! They do wear out after about 18 mos ?? depending on how often you us it. Bought two, one for outside shoes, one for my town shoes. Discovered I needed a heel lift inside off foot for equal balance. They sell them the right size. Did you know they just have come out with a new model, STRAPLESS! Anyhoo, I was lazy and became too dependant on the brace, so I did not continue to exercise my bad foot, now my bad foot has become worse (over the years) than it was right after my stroke.

  • @Rickshaw881
    @Rickshaw881 2 года назад

    thanks for the info. I'm working on this.

  • @chowdarylyrics3449
    @chowdarylyrics3449 2 года назад +1

    Hello medam I have cerebral palsy unstable movement in walking please suggest a experience medam

  • @maxsdad538
    @maxsdad538 3 месяца назад +1

    I have foot drop (among other things) from sciatica, and I don't worry about tripping, so much as I'm bothered by my foot "folding under" when I walk.

  • @ninanina-tf4pb
    @ninanina-tf4pb 2 года назад

    please can you tell me which kind exercise is good for GBS patient?

  • @maryonmaass
    @maryonmaass 2 года назад

    Dr. Tara do you have suggestions for scoliosis which causes the hip to lift and makes the legs a different length . I'm using the balance exercises that you offer but I'd like to see those legs more even. Is that possible. ?

  • @joecavy7869
    @joecavy7869 2 месяца назад

    thanks dr. tt (dog is awesome too)

  • @chondoylee
    @chondoylee Год назад

    Wondering if there are any excercises when the tib ant has completely lost innervation? All these assume " weakness" but what about absence? How can we use muscles ans techniques to compensate?

  • @robertobess9834
    @robertobess9834 Год назад

    How about toes curled down how I could fix that? Had I stroke in may im always watching 👀 thanks

  • @bshnabel
    @bshnabel 2 года назад

    Very helpful thank you very much

  • @fredkotthaus1518
    @fredkotthaus1518 2 года назад

    Thanks for this great video 👍. I initially thought my ankle problem was spasticity and probably still is to some degree. What I've noticed is right after I remove my articulating brace, I can passively move my ankle both up and down, past 90 degrees, so my point is, will these exercises work for my situation. Another fun fact, the condition you are describing by standing with your eyes closed and losing balance, in aviation is called spiatial disorientation, it happens when pilots enter in the clouds and can no longer see the horizon they lose the awareness of what's going on with the plane, unless trained to use the instruments

  • @guitarbrenda
    @guitarbrenda 2 года назад +12

    Hey Doc, I keep checking out your dog, he or she, is stealing your scence. You know what they say about walking with aniamals! Now that is cute, I do feel he is a ham😅

  • @youlugracias1630
    @youlugracias1630 2 года назад

    Please can yuo to talk about the hiperextebsion of knee after a stroke. Salulate from Ecuador.

  • @greg9255
    @greg9255 2 года назад

    Your awesome Dr. T thank you

  • @kasiaka7900
    @kasiaka7900 2 года назад

    thanks from Poland !:)

  • @shawnikatyler590
    @shawnikatyler590 10 месяцев назад

    My husband has foot drop in both feet due to diabetes, it’s so severe that it’s thrown his balance off and he can’t stand on his toes cause he has absolutely no feeling in his feet. Is there anything you might be able to recommend?

  • @disleyce
    @disleyce 2 года назад

    Thank you

  • @Nad_e_e_m
    @Nad_e_e_m 2 года назад

    Can you please tell me or make a video how to get sensation back in leg after spinal cord injury????

  • @cheriyost2780
    @cheriyost2780 2 года назад

    Love this video!!
    Thank you!!

  • @junaidali7463
    @junaidali7463 2 года назад

    Hi doctor'i need your guidness becouse I have trimilloler fracture last 2month so till now my foot is drop..little bit my injury is not well stitching area's...so what can I do now please tell me..thank you

  • @susiehemsworth3791
    @susiehemsworth3791 Год назад

    I had my hips replaced 4 yrs ago. Foot drop only happened in the last year.I am waiting for nerve conduction tests. I've been given a sleeping brace to help keep my foot upright in bed.

  • @tinascheid4120
    @tinascheid4120 2 года назад

    What noodle brace is that in the video and where do I purchase? Thanks!

  • @billclyde7805
    @billclyde7805 2 года назад

    Is there a good brace for high tone spasticity foot drop you could recommend. I got an AFO after my stroke and it doesn't work that well. Than you!

  • @1999zrx1100
    @1999zrx1100 2 года назад

    Great information.. Thanks 🙏

  • @melissagonzalez5437
    @melissagonzalez5437 2 года назад +1

    Have you heard of losing strength in legs due to a UTI? I’m a in home CNA and trying to help my patient stand but starting slow with workouts. Thanks Doc

    • @rehabhqofficial
      @rehabhqofficial  2 года назад +2

      Hi Melissa, thank you for your question. Side note, I have worked in almost every setting and I have worked with a ton of CNAs. I have so much respect for the grueling work that you all do and that you manage to do it with such care. That said, knowing that you are going to these lengths to find ways to help your patients is so so rare (when you have so many other things that you are responsible for). God has truly blessed you and is using you to bless others. Please keep doing what you do. To answer your question, I can't think of mechanism where a UTI directly causes bil leg weakness, but indirectly, I can see this happening (lack of mobility, confusion etc.) I have also seen people who following a UTI (and maybe some increased time in bed), be extremely fearful of standing so they will not push through their legs when you try and assist them up to standing. Here is a video that might help you to help her regain the confidence to trust her legs ruclips.net/video/Igc4Lynvng4/видео.html I hope this helps!

    • @melissagonzalez5437
      @melissagonzalez5437 2 года назад +1

      Thank you Dr. Your kind words mean so much to me . I believe God has definitely put me here in this Field to show his compassion. So I try my best to do that. And special Thanks to you doctor for what you do, God bless.

    • @tammygrossman635
      @tammygrossman635 2 года назад +1

      i hope you see this.
      i realize what you do is hard work. But not all put effort in their jobs. i have a little sister(49 young) suffered with a brain aneursym followed by two strokes. she is in a rehab right now. every time i go in there, all you see is employees standing around. my sister can't feed herself and have had a nurse already tell me she didn't have time to feed her so she will just feed her through a tube. needless to say i was and still am furious. not only that but she is getting stiffer and stiffer. they are just leaving her to lay there. i feed her when i go in and move her too. but i work and so does her kids so its not enough, they let us down. thank you so much for caring, god bless you

  • @myronyoshioka8742
    @myronyoshioka8742 2 года назад

    Does this truly help if you have no nerve innervation? Thanks

  • @teresacollinsporterfield5488
    @teresacollinsporterfield5488 2 года назад +1

    I love this video. I can definitely associate with this as I used to think that I had foot drop when in fact, I had spasticity. This video will certainly help so many. Thank you for that and have a great week.

    • @rehabhqofficial
      @rehabhqofficial  2 года назад

      Great to see you this week Teresa!!! Keep going and keep sharing your experiences!! They are the most valuable :)

    • @wisnuh9091
      @wisnuh9091 Год назад

      Bracing ???

  • @nitinyadav6562
    @nitinyadav6562 2 года назад

    Thanks for sharing

  • @marybethcully5883
    @marybethcully5883 2 года назад

    Do you try to soften a hyper extended kne or just let the shifting occur?

  • @ashleysoma7309
    @ashleysoma7309 2 месяца назад

    It is reversible right ? From a disc herniation

  • @ericrodriguez1966
    @ericrodriguez1966 2 года назад

    Any advice for a knee that locks out Straight well walking I can't bluff my left knee

  • @yvonneward6231
    @yvonneward6231 2 года назад

    My foot drop is caused by nerve in lower back. Both feet do not work. Had surgery, feeling back in lower extremities. No physical therapy, insurance won't pay. Also 2 knee replacements 15 yrs ago.
    Right knee and foot feels loose, left is tighter. I'm lost. Getting braces soon.

  • @Mobilegamer0.0
    @Mobilegamer0.0 Год назад +12

    Why u tell us to lift the foot up like maam that’s what I need help with 🤨

    • @samanglais
      @samanglais 4 месяца назад +1

      I also find her videos insufferable tbh

  • @lark6spur
    @lark6spur 5 месяцев назад

    Excellent

  • @41capable
    @41capable Год назад

    When I try the toes curl and I’m not able to lift the toes any suggestions to help with that

  • @jamieyoung4257
    @jamieyoung4257 2 года назад

    You said something about duct tape on shoe so it doesn’t drag. I can’t find that video. Where do I find it?

  • @carmelrajkumar4822
    @carmelrajkumar4822 Год назад

    When the stroke person is not able to move his leg on his own and has a stiff ankle what exercise is good to bring back the leg to normal

  • @MrT01582
    @MrT01582 10 месяцев назад

    Do these exercises work for diabetic amyotrophy?

  • @chandupalaprthichandupalap9243
    @chandupalaprthichandupalap9243 2 года назад

    How long it takes recovery pls tell me

  • @kanchanmohan4375
    @kanchanmohan4375 2 года назад

    My son is suffering from sspe from last one year... At first his body was very spastic... But with physiotherapy all hands and arms spasticity has gone but now his foot drop and neck holding is a problem for me.... Please tell me some exercises for neck holding...

  • @thefamilychannel615
    @thefamilychannel615 2 года назад +1

    Thank you mam 💗😊

  • @naomitenpenny4471
    @naomitenpenny4471 2 года назад

    I can not left my foot up , also my big toe is numb touching my cafe hurts . After my hip / pelvic surgery I was told I had a drop foot . What can I do to improve my foot

  • @scshawn6
    @scshawn6 2 года назад

    This is great, I really like all of your videos.

    • @rehabhqofficial
      @rehabhqofficial  2 года назад

      I am so glad! I really hope they help you.

    • @Leon-li3yj
      @Leon-li3yj 2 года назад

      @@rehabhqofficial if someone has foot drop and spasticity is it still okay to use these exercises?

  • @davedanny9053
    @davedanny9053 2 года назад

    Good job

  • @norrisminick8701
    @norrisminick8701 Год назад +2

    I have foot drop...that seems to have originated in connection with long term extreme sciatica. I did away with the sciatica pain with yoga...but my guess is that the nerve/muscles that lifet the foot were damaged/atrophied over years. Following some of your exercises, I'm beginning to be able to move dorsiflex the foot just slightly...but noticed a few days ago that I can flex a lot further...and hold the flex for a few seconds...if I sorta cross my weak left leg and put that foot on my right knee. I really like this because I can move the foot "up" further than if the foot is on the floor or a step, but I can also comfortably feel the muscle flex with my left fingers while providing "active assist" with my right hand. Thanks for the help. I was convinced that this wouldn't be fixable after years of atrophy, but I've made some noticeable progress in a week.

    • @rovaniainaraveloson5622
      @rovaniainaraveloson5622 Год назад

      Praying for you brother, I’m going through the same thing. Let’s get through this together! How are you feeling now? And when did it start for you?

    • @luanndavis-jindela3223
      @luanndavis-jindela3223 Год назад

      J

  • @scshawn6
    @scshawn6 2 года назад

    Thanks!

    • @rehabhqofficial
      @rehabhqofficial  2 года назад

      Thank you so much Shawn! I am so grateful for your generosity.

  • @majstorvuksan
    @majstorvuksan 6 месяцев назад

    I had severe foot drop suddenly after prolonged kneeling and sitting on leg for hours(floor instalation)
    Initialy i had not lift my foot even one mm
    After 10 days i restored full range of motion but i noticed there is not full power like before,when i put weights around 10 kg's on foot and try to lift i only can do few reps
    Will my muscle power restore fully if i keep exercise?
    Now is 2 weeks when problem started,i regulary followed your video ,range is there but power is not fully restored.

  • @pattysparade6536
    @pattysparade6536 2 года назад +2

    Exercises start at 7 minutes

  • @mauriciomartinez-fr6kj
    @mauriciomartinez-fr6kj Год назад

    Can you have both spasticity and foot drop?

  • @thomasdellarosa1960
    @thomasdellarosa1960 2 года назад +1

    I never heard of Drop Foot , now I have it . Two weeks ago it started , I thought I was gonna Croak . Thanks for the Tips . I just started the Exercises today . Can it Heal ?

  • @mikeallaire8640
    @mikeallaire8640 7 месяцев назад

    We're are u located I would like are u a chiropractor

  • @peteschreiber9517
    @peteschreiber9517 2 года назад

    what do I do if I have 0/5 movement up and to the side to side? Thanks.

  • @leeg.946
    @leeg.946 2 года назад +2

    My foot drop was caused by a herniated disc in the L5 region. Did surgery in 2006 and still have the condition. I've learned to live with it but I wish there was some way to correct it even though it has been so long.

  • @joycemaddox1055
    @joycemaddox1055 2 года назад

    Can a person go from having foot drop to having spasticity from stroke can this happen maybe winter to summer it more prevalent why it is possible or not. Thank you

  • @peterpekeur1036
    @peterpekeur1036 21 день назад

    The dog is the best🙂