Drop Foot-Best Exercises to Walk Normal Again Plus a New Technique.

"Famous" Physical Therapists Bob Schrupp and Brad Heineck demonstrate the best exercises one can do to regain strength with a drop foot. At the end of the video they demonstrate a new technique to help you train to walk normal again.

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[chalysearmstrong]

I suffered from an injury resulting in drop foot earlier this year. I was absolutely devastated and was feeling hopeless as I am an avid athlete. You two helped me teach myself how to walk again and now I'm back to running, jumping and crossfit. I didn't know if it was possible and can never thank you enough for giving me hope in a dark time. I have so much gratitude for you both and for the work you do to help others!!! You helped me more then I can ever say!! Thank you!!!!

[sandraker]

I have MS (diagnosed 1995). no big deal until I had an infection in 2007 left me with a weak right leg. You have hit the nail on the head regarding the foot-drop-weak ankle-hyperflexion of the knee-hip flexion issue. Has taken 12 years of seeing professional physiologists/neuro physiotherapist/remedial yoga...to identify these issues that you are addressing in this very video! BRILLIANT advice and I'll let you know how I respond to this exercise. Heart-felt THANK-YOU Brad & Bob.

[shari]

Diagnosed with GBS in 2021. During my time in the hospital the PT gave me a “boot” to wear to prevent the foot drop. So, thankful for that. A lot of GBS survivors experience foot drop. Thank you for these helpful exercises.

[peterloedden]

Yes, this video is only about support. Some time ago I was diagnosed with foot drop. With no advise from my doctor and without seeing this video (or any other info) I tried my own exercise. What I thought of, was standing on my toes (to strengthen those muscles) and supporting my balance by holding on to the wall, like up on my toes and down again...slowly up and down. I did this about three times a day for about 5 minutes each. Within a couple of weeks it was completely gone, never had the problem again, and that was a few years back.

[jordonterry]

Idk if you gentlemen read these, but thank you so very much for making this video. I suffered a severe TBI n stroke 3 years ago prior to going to prison. Having been out of prison for a year now and going to a physical therapist which has since expired due to COVID (I'm working on it), my PT's never showed me this so I'm very happy and excited to let yall know that, while it has only been one day, this really works!

Like legitimately I can feel the difference already. Just wanted to let yall know how grateful I am to yall Bob and Brad. Here's to yall becoming "the most famous physical therapist's on the internet". I know I'm gonna push yalls videos for sure. Take care fellas.

- JT

[judithlangley]

I am from the UK and suffered foot drop after a hip replacement just over 3 years ago. My nerve conduction tests are very encouraging and I am having more movement. However I have muscle wastage and need to strengthen them and my Achilles’ tendon. I am hopeful for a full recovery. I have had very little advice and just told to wait until the nerve regenerates. I am fed up with it all now but after watching this video I feel very encouraged and with little or no cost can do a lot to improve things. Thank you so much.

[peacenow]

I love Bob and Brad. Hope Bob is doing well. This is now my issue and I just met a PT that didn't have a clue why it had happened or what to do, so that's why I'm here to fix myself...

[s.thomasomalley]

Hi, great videos - I'm from London, UK - and your no-nonsense advice is great. For nearly 20 years after a RTA, and a second stroke, this advice was never given to me! I saw a lot of physiotherapists and not once was it mentioned that I have a foot drop. I regularly fell over, and my body tightened up with any activity. Now I'm nearly 50, but honestly your videos make so much sense, and I'm so happy you're doing what you do! Keep up the great work.

[zuzanawindle]

You are amazing, guys. I am from Leeds in the UK and in February this year I had a brostrom ligament repair on my ankle. I was supposed to start physio but the country went into a lockdown due to the coronavirus and my physio sessions were cancelled. My ankle was really weak when I took off the walking boot and I was really worried. I have since used your exercises daily and I am walking normally now. Still no physio, clueless government, rampant virus but my ankle is doing fine. Thank you guys, you have saved me from a disability.

[elizabethstar]

In Oct 2022 after a hip surgery, I have been w a numb foot causing foot drop. Last night I tried ur first exercise, w the cane. I was amazed at the fact that for 20 sec I was able to hold my foot up w that exercise. I was so excited and surprised. Thank u very much for ur info. I have Dr s, pain management, physical therapy etc and I never knew what the both of u taught me in one night w one try. U seriously have given me hope back, and a happier look at my future. ❤

[monacollins]

Just want to thank you both. I’m caring for an 81 yr old woman I’m afraid never got the physical therapy she needed after a him replacement. THANK YOU.

[adrianadiaz]

Had a mini Stoke 3 weeks ago. Felt hopless. Cry everyday moved to Va. with family. Saw your video love it Thank Your

[christiedecker]

My husband has his first and major stroke in early 1997, 21+ years ago. I wish we had been taught these things back then! What a change might have been if we had. Thank you, and we'll see what progress we can possibly make now, with some more minor strokes that have increased weakness and instability. Blessings!

[marie-danielleoreilly]

That’s the video I like the best. Your invention with the elastic is absolutely very SMART. I am a patient who had a very serious stroke 12 years ago . I am hémiplégique. So That’s why I am following all the exercises you put on internet and I try them every day. You make me happy because I am getting more and more strength every day.🇨🇭🇨🇭🇨🇭

[isabellebyrnes]

Hello from Vietnam! I'm an American teaching English here, and found your channel two months ago by serendipity. My dentist thought I had TMJ pain and I looked on line for exercises to help, so came across your video on the topic The dental problem turned out to be pulpitis and required a root canal, but in the meantime I realized how much I could learn by watching your channel. I whiled away the hours with a bag of ice on my jaw watching your videos on back pain, sleeping position, knee pain, posture, you name it. It has all been good. Have recommended your videos to many teachers here because we don't have easy access to quality physical therapy. These days I am studying your video on the morning routine for people with back pain, very helpful. Please keep up the good work. It is very much appreciated!

[robertchance]

I experienced a stroke in 2009 and spent a lot of money on electronic device but this exercise band work better for me in my rehab. I appreciate you sharing thank you very much

[brwLWScctv]

Love you guys! Thank you for your nice nuggets of wisdom about strengthening and stretching the muscles affected by foot drop. I've had foot drop after hip surgery for a few years and your physical therapy exercise advice is the best I've seen so far dealing with this problem. I never knew how many different muscles and parts of the leg were involved in footdrop. I tried a few of your foot exercises and stretches and it all feels really good.

[erin-james]

Thank you so much. I know someone who suffers and struggles with drop foot. I can't wait to share this video with them!!!

[ikhouvanpannekoeken]

I have footdrop on both feet. I have fallen multiple times, even in traffic close to the zebra pad ( I walk a lot) i still have a few scares on my legs.
But I believe good things are coming my way. I do the exercises with faith and believing that Jesus Christ will heal me also.

[cocozhong]

Excellent exercise that's what I am looking for thanks