I haven't figured out how to swing my arms and hold onto the walker
July 25, 2025
To help prevent your feet from freezing while walking, consider these tips:
- Practice swinging both arms while walking to maintain balance
- Walk to a regular beat, like music or a metronome, to prevent freezing.
- Consciously lift your feet and imagine stepping over a laser while walking.
- Use a “U” technique when Show Full Answer
To help prevent your feet from freezing while walking, consider these tips:
- Practice swinging both arms while walking to maintain balance.
- Walk to a regular beat, like music or a metronome, to prevent freezing.
- Consciously lift your feet and imagine stepping over a laser while walking.
- Use a “U” technique when making turns, imagining walking in a U shape instead of pivoting sharply.
- Focus on one task at a time and move slowly when changing positions.
These strategies can complement your therapy and use of a walker.
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