Just walked 1/2 mile up and down my driveway. I felt much better swinging my arm and cane. My shoulder aches a little from non use. I know it will take time till my arm moves more freely. HOPE for the future.
Thank you, very helpful tips. I've had balance issues for about 4 years now like I'm forever walking on a trampoline mat with a spongy feel beneath my feet. Having compensated for this over the last few years my walking has become awkward. I've noticed my knees are not as flexible as they used to be so the tips in the last segment especially resonates with me. My goal for 2024 is to challenge my balance more, strengthen my core and restore some mobility. 🤞🏽 Thank you! 💜
Hi Gretchen. Thank you about talking about ARM SWING. With spasticity I have gotten out of the habit of moving my arms when walking. Keeping my affected arm close to my body and not moving my cane that much. Just walking around in the house. i have to menially tell my arms to move. I only can get the arm to move a few inches. It does make a difference to my walking. After this video I will try it outdoors.
❤❤❤Thank you. I need to get better with balance so I can get out walking more. I had no clue about the little ankle movements and the hip stuff. Picking something up is hard.
Hello madam I want to talk to you about multiple sclerosis I have been affected by it since last 12 years and now I have gotten in worsen position I can't even stand up on my own and forget about walking I am unable to walk alone can anything be done in this position I am practicing exercise on daily basis but nothing improvement is shown in my body Can you provide me some better tips for my health to improve
Without an in person evaluation it is hard to answer this question for your specific needs. However, there are great MS specific exercises on my page that you can begin to implement as they are different from regular exercises. A few of my clients have similar level of mobility as yourself, and they have been able to see improvements! And if you're looking for a more in depth program to work toward your goals, I hope you consider checking out The MSing Link program. All the details can be found on my website, here: www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink
Great question - Here is a podcast episode that I recorded that I think will best answer your this: open.spotify.com/episode/6Ql9DdpGlJ1VuyuHhPeM6P?si=308c86c6d00543dc
Great question - Here is a Short that I recently posted that sounds like it could be helpful for you! th-cam.com/video/eqorRZm7uwY/w-d-xo.htmlsi=TOkesbBaFw_THd6G
Great question - I think that you'll find this video I posted a while back really helpful! You can check it out here: th-cam.com/video/BiVe4VZ2DDM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=DWbVNCa_lA886q9b
Just walked 1/2 mile up and down my driveway. I felt much better swinging my arm and cane. My shoulder aches a little from non use. I know it will take time till my arm moves more freely. HOPE for the future.
Great job!! Thank you so much for sharing & keep up the great work! Proud of you for implementing this tip!
Thank you, very helpful tips. I've had balance issues for about 4 years now like I'm forever walking on a trampoline mat with a spongy feel beneath my feet. Having compensated for this over the last few years my walking has become awkward. I've noticed my knees are not as flexible as they used to be so the tips in the last segment especially resonates with me. My goal for 2024 is to challenge my balance more, strengthen my core and restore some mobility. 🤞🏽
Thank you! 💜
Thank you so much for sharing! I'm happy to hear that you found this video resourceful!
Hi Gretchen. Thank you about talking about ARM SWING. With spasticity I have gotten out of the habit of moving my arms when walking. Keeping my affected arm close to my body and not moving my cane that much. Just walking around in the house. i have to menially tell my arms to move. I only can get the arm to move a few inches. It does make a difference to my walking. After this video I will try it outdoors.
Wow! The importance of arm swing! I've never swinged my arms, not even when I had no MS. 😮
It's crucial☺️
Thank you ! This is so helpful. I mentioned your channel to my MS specialist. 🧡🙏🏼🦋
I'm so glad you enjoyed this video! And thank you so much for passing on my info to your specialist!
Hi Gretchen ..
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I've been following through with p/t recently due to your videos' motivation and helpful tips .
Appreciate ya '
That's awesome!! Great job!!!☺️
thank you for the useful tips .
awesome channel .
You're very welcome! So glad you enjoy it!
❤❤❤Thank you. I need to get better with balance so I can get out walking more. I had no clue about the little ankle movements and the hip stuff. Picking something up is hard.
I'm so glad that you found this video and found it helpful!! You got this!
How about walker front wheeled walker
I am definitely a fan of using a mobility aid for increased stability!
Hello madam I want to talk to you about multiple sclerosis I have been affected by it since last 12 years and now I have gotten in worsen position I can't even stand up on my own and forget about walking I am unable to walk alone can anything be done in this position I am practicing exercise on daily basis but nothing improvement is shown in my body Can you provide me some better tips for my health to improve
Without an in person evaluation it is hard to answer this question for your specific needs. However, there are great MS specific exercises on my page that you can begin to implement as they are different from regular exercises. A few of my clients have similar level of mobility as yourself, and they have been able to see improvements! And if you're looking for a more in depth program to work toward your goals, I hope you consider checking out The MSing Link program. All the details can be found on my website, here: www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink
I'm wheelchair bound my left leg want move. What can I do to get my left leg move more.
Great question - Here is a podcast episode that I recorded that I think will best answer your this: open.spotify.com/episode/6Ql9DdpGlJ1VuyuHhPeM6P?si=308c86c6d00543dc
How to walk NORMALYi and u have bunions along with MS, .PLs.Help
The heal of my trailing foot always hit the step is there anything I can do?
Great question - Here is a Short that I recently posted that sounds like it could be helpful for you! th-cam.com/video/eqorRZm7uwY/w-d-xo.htmlsi=TOkesbBaFw_THd6G
I keep falling backwards
Try move my shoulders forward. I have physical therapist lean forward
Want me stand upright.
I need help
Great question - I think that you'll find this video I posted a while back really helpful! You can check it out here: th-cam.com/video/BiVe4VZ2DDM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=DWbVNCa_lA886q9b
I use a cane
Wow I didn’t even realize this 🙂
So glad you enjoyed the video!