Join Tony Maritato, a licensed physical therapist, in this insightful video where he shares a specialized technique for helping patients walk normally after a total knee replacement surgery. Utilizing a treadmill, Tony demonstrates a step-by-step approach to retrain the gait pattern, focusing on heel, midfoot, and toe-off movements. This method is designed to build confidence in the newly replaced knee and ensure a symmetrical, limp-free walking pattern. Whether you're a patient recovering from knee surgery or a therapist seeking effective rehabilitation strategies, this video offers valuable guidance for achieving optimal walking functionality.
🕒 Chapter Titles (Timestamps):
0:00 🌞 Introduction to Post-Knee Replacement Walking Technique
0:03 🏃♂️ Accessing a Treadmill for Gait Improvement
0:15 🚫 Starting Safely: Avoiding Immediate Treadmill Walking
0:25 🦵 Focusing on the Surgical Leg
0:40 🐢 Setting a Slow Treadmill Speed
0:56 🎯 Goal: Surgical Leg Contact with Emphasis on Heel, Midfoot, Toe-Off
1:10 🔍 Focusing on Knee Extension and Hamstring Engagement
1:24 🛡️ Ensuring Safety and Comfort
1:31 🧘 Gradual Weight Transfer to the Belt
1:45 🚶 Transitioning to Full Weight Bearing and Walking
1:55 🎶 Listening for Rhythmic Gait Patterns
2:17 🔄 Correcting Limping and Abnormal Gait
2:33 ⏱️ Building Up Walking Duration
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About the author:
Hi, my name is Anthony (Tony) Maritato, PT. I am a licensed physical therapist and owner of Total Therapy Solutions. I have specialized in helping clients recover from total knee replacement surgery since 2002 and have created this video to help YOU.
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