Leg Exercises On Your Bed for Seniors over 60

Are you bedridden and dreaming of standing up and walking again? Strengthening your legs is the key! Watch this video and follow along with these exercises to regain your strength.

When you’re bedridden due to illness like a stroke or after surgery, you can lose 20-30% of your strength each week. This makes it increasingly difficult to stand up and walk again. As an occupational therapist, I emphasize setting goals with patients. Being able to stand up is crucial for transfers from your bed to a wheelchair or bedside commode. It’s also vital for emergency situations, making it easier to get you out of the house.

To recover quickly and safely, you need to do these exercises even while bedridden. These exercises will also improve your bed mobility and help prevent pressure ulcers.

Exercises:

Knee to Chest: Bring your knee to your chest 10 times.
Leg Scissors: Keep your legs straight and slide them open and close 10 times.
Pelvic Bridging: Bend your knees, bring your feet close, and lift your hips to the ceiling 10 times.
Pillow Knee Squeeze: Squeeze a pillow under your knee 10 times.
Kicking: Lift your leg and kick 10 times.
Straight Leg Raising: Keep your leg straight and lift it as high as possible 10 times.
Toes to Nose: Point your toes towards your nose 10 times.
Tiptoes: Strengthen your calves by lifting your heels with bent knees or pointing your toes away if you lack strength. Do this 10 times.
By following these exercises, you’ll strengthen your legs and improve your mobility, making it easier to stand up and walk again. Remember, consistency is key! Stay motivated and keep exercising.

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Disclaimer:
This video should not replace the necessity of visiting your doctor or getting your occupational therapy session done. Please consult your primary care physician before doing any of this. The video is for educational purposes only.

By performing any fitness exercises, you are performing them at your own risk. Skills and wellness will not be responsible or liable for any injury or harm you sustain as a result of our fitness program.

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Disclaimer:
This video should not replace the necessity of visiting your doctor or getting your occupational therapy session done. Please consult your primary care physician before doing any of this. The video is for educational purposes only.

By performing any fitness exercises, you are performing them at your own risk. Skills and wellness will not be responsible or liable for any injury or harm you sustain as a result of our fitness program.

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