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7 Walking Tips That Might Be Holding You Back After Stroke

🧠 STOP Looking Up When You Walk | Bad Walking Advice After Stroke (What to Do Instead) Are you following walking tips that might actually be hurting your stroke recovery? In this video, neurologic physical therapist Tara shares 7 common pieces of advice stroke survivors are often told in rehab — and explains why many of them are wrong, outdated, or even dangerous. Whether it's using a HEMI walker, being told to “walk heel-toe,” or hearing you should never look down when walking — these cues could be making your gait worse instead of better. ✅ Learn the alternatives that actually promote smoother, safer, and more efficient walking. 🔍 What You'll Learn: • Why assistive devices on the strong side may backfire • The truth about AFOs (ankle foot orthoses) and how to choose the right one • When walking speed shouldn’t be your main goal • Why “heel-toe” can sabotage your foot clearance • What to focus on instead of glute strength • And the big one: why “Don’t look down” might be dangerous advice ⏱️ Timestamps – "STOP Looking Up When You Walk" 00:00 – Intro: Bad Walking Advice You Might Be Following 01:05 – Why Assistive Devices on the Strong Side Can Backfire 03:52 – The Problem with the HEMI Walker 05:32 – Better Alternatives: Handhold, Walker Modifications, Hiking Stick 06:50 – Mistake #2: "Any AFO Will Work" – Why That's False 08:45 – Off-the-Shelf AFOs vs. Personalized Fittings 10:05 – Why You Shouldn’t Toss Your AFO Too Soon 11:30 – Walking Speed Isn't Always the Priority 13:00 – The Truth About “Heel-Toe” Cues 14:05 – “Strengthen Your Glutes” – Not Always the Right Focus 15:20 – The Real Deal on “Don’t Look Down” While Walking 📨 BOOK AN IN-PERSON APPOINTMENT WITH TARA HERE: https://www.orlandoneurotherapy.com Please only email if you would like to schedule an in-person evaluation. All other inquiries received via www.orlandoneurotherapy.com will be deleted. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 🧠 Are you ready to learn the tools essential for your rehab success? 🌟 BECOME A GOLD MEMBER: Join our growing community and get instant access to coaching sessions with Dr. Tara and over 400 stroke recovery exercises. https://rehab-hq.com/become-a-member ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 💡 Other ways you can support Rehab HQ: ➡ Subscribe to our newsletter: Get motivational emails + exercise tips + private Discord access https://rehab-hq.com/newsletter-sign-up/ ➡ Visit the Rehab HQ Store on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/rehabhq ➡ Drink Element Electrolyte Drink: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/tarat3 ➡ Try Audible – Support the Channel: https://amzn.to/3AWRFms ➡ Join Epidemic Sound (for creators): https://www.epidemicsound.com/referra... ➡ DONATE: Support our mission to provide free rehab education worldwide https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted... ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Disclaimer: The information in this video is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All content is for general informational purposes only and does not replace consultation with your own healthcare provider.