Alternatives to walking

Sometimes other forms of using the legs to move forward turn out to be easier than normal walking. Cycling, for example, can go surprisingly well.

Examples of alternatives to walking

Below are some examples of alternatives to walking that you may want to try on your own - or with your therapist. The alternatives to walking page also offers videos of people who successfully use different alternatives to move forward.

• Cycle

• Scooter

• Crawl

• Skateboard

•Roller skate

•Skate

• Walk on stilts

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Alternatives to walking

Sometimes other forms of using the legs to move forward turn out to be easier than normal walking. Cycling, for example, can go surprisingly well.

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Video examples



Riding a bike