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 stepbystep approach to retrain the gait pattern, focusing on heel, midfoot, and toeoff movements. This method is designed to build confidence in the newly replaced knee and ensure a symmetrical, limpfree 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 PostKnee 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, ToeOff
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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