Weight Bearing as Tolerated (Using Walker, Crutches, and Cane)

If you're weight bearing as tolerated weight because of injury or recent surgery, it can be very difficult to get around! What does "weight bearing as tolerated" even mean? Should you put all your weight through your leg or not? Should you a walker or are crutches better? What about a cane? If you want to keep your strength up and your ability to walk, you need to know how to use a walker, crutches, and a cane safely. In this video, you will learn how to walk with a walker and crutches if you are weight bearing as tolerated. You will also learn how you can safely progress to using one crutch or a cane. Always consult professional medical help from a physician and health care provider. See our full disclaimer below. Stay safe! 0:00 - You're Weight Bearing as Tolerated... Now what? 0:55 - What is Weight Bearing as Tolerated? 2:07 - Equipment Possibilities 3:00 - How to Walk with a Walker (High Stability) 4:13 - How to Walk with Crutches (Medium Stability) 5:45 - How to Walk with a Cane or Crutch (Low Stability) 9:06 - More Training For more videos, don't forget to Subscribe to the channel by clicking the big red Subscribe Button and the little Bell Button above. Free Fall Prevention Training: ❗️https://yourPTguy.com/FallProof/ Drive Front-Wheeled Rolling Walker with Trigger Release https://amzn.to/4eEI3Bf (Affiliate link) Folding Aluminum Crutches https://amzn.to/4f6mCIZ (Affiliate link) HurryCane Foldable Walking Cane https://amzn.to/3X9Qs7Q (Affiliate link) For more information related to improving your mobility and maintaining your independence, visit: https://www.YourPTguy.com =========================================== Your PT Guy Disclaimer Alert! This content is for informational purposes only. It is general in nature and is not intended to be medical advice, nor does it create a physical therapist–patient relationship with you. Always consult with your doctor or healthcare provider for a proper diagnosis and treatment for any medical condition you may have. Consult with your provider to ensure this content is safe and appropriate for you. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Your PT Guy, by Waller Media LLC, and its officers for any and all losses, injuries, or damages resulting from any and all claims that arise from your use or misuse of this video’s content. Your PT Guy makes no representations about the accuracy or suitability of this content.By voluntarily using this content you assume all risks for any resulting losses, injuries, or damages.