Why You Can’t Lift Your Foot After Stroke and What To Do About It
Foot drop is a common problem after stroke, affecting between 20-30% of survivors. In this video, I cover why it happens and treatments that can help. I also share my 3 favorite foot drop exercises and stretches that you can do at home. References Foot Drop Affects 20-30% of Survivors: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... Background of AFOs: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/arti... American Academy of Neurologic PT AFO Chart: https://www.neuropt.org/docs/default-... American Academy of Neurologic PT Clinical Practice Guideline for AFOs and FES: https://www.neuropt.org/practice-reso... American Academy of Neurologic PT FES Considerations: https://www.neuropt.org/docs/default-... Ankle Dorsiflexors Image - Axelgaard: [https://www.axelgaard.com/App/Anatomy... Dorsiflexion](https://www.axelgaard.com/App/Anatomy...) AFO Image - Orthotics Plus: https://orthoticsplus.com.au/conditio... Effects of Spasticity Image: https://www.dysport.com/en-us/adult-s... 📖 Sign up for the email list to get tips and motivation, as well as my free eBook, The Stroke Recovery Pocket Guide: https://post-stroke.org/links 🤝 Support Post Stroke if you find value in what we do and are able to donate. 1) Become a Patreon member for cool perks: / poststroke 2) Or make a one-time donation via Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted... 👀 Follow Post Stroke: Instagram: / poststrokeorg TikTok: / poststrokeorg Twitter: / poststrokeorg Time Stamps: 00:00 Intro 00:17 Why Foot Drop Happens 00:58 AFOs 02:31 FES 04:18 Botox 06:23 Stretches and Exercises 08:25 Outro ---------------------------------------------------------------- Music from epidemicsound.com Medical Disclaimer: All content on this channel is for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to serve as a substitute for medical advice or treatment from a physician or qualified healthcare provider. Talk to your doctor before starting a new exercise or therapy regimen.
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