Getting up off the floor without assistance can be tough if your muscles are too weak, you have arthritis in your knees, or if you simply have a hard time doing it, but this technique should help! Read Doctor Jo’s blog post about this video at http://www.askdoctorjo.com/content/getting-floor-correctly

"Help, I've fallen and I can't get up" has become a common quote to make fun of, mostly because of the over dramatic acting. However, not being able to get up off the floor can be very scary, and not as easy as people would think, especially with an injury or arthritis. This video will show you a simple way to get up off the ground without straining your body.

If you are on the ground, get on your bottom with your feet in front of you. Now pull your feet in, and slightly to one side. Once you have done this, roll over onto your feet and knees, and bring your arms forward until you are on all fours, or quadruped. Bring your "good or strong" leg forward with your knee bent into a lunge position. Finally put both hands on your good leg, and push upwards with your arms and legs.

Other Videos:

Knee Pain Stretches & Exercises:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qv9XGskry4M

Ankle Strengthening Exercises & Stretches:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-iXYapbuqk

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Getting Up Off the Floor Correctly:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwVhl04v0E4

DISCLAIMER: This video and any related comments are not medical advice. Doctor Jo is a licensed Physical Therapist and Doctor of Physical Therapy; however, she is not YOUR Physical Therapist and can't possibly diagnose you through the Internet. So don't use this information to avoid going to your own healthcare professional or to replace the advice they have given you. This information should not be used to self-diagnose or self-treat any medical condition. If you are not properly diagnosed, this information won't help, and it could make things worse. If you experience any pain, stop immediately and see your healthcare professional.