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How To Strengthen Legs While Affected By Polio?
hello doctor i was affected by polio in the age of 3.5 years. After some treatment my one leg(left) was affected. now i m using my hand to walk. I want to walk without help of my hand.Is there any exercise to strengthen my legs and walk without using my hand? Regards, K.Senthil Kumar
Mon, 23 Mar 2020
Hello,
Long term physiotherapy may be required. However complete recovery will not be possible. Certain surgical intervention like tendon transfer can also be tried. Consult a physiatrist and he will direct you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family physician
Long term physiotherapy may be required. However complete recovery will not be possible. Certain surgical intervention like tendon transfer can also be tried. Consult a physiatrist and he will direct you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family physician
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