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Phrase(s): get one on one’s feet [and] put one on one’s feet
1. Lit. to help someone stand up after a fall or prolonged bed rest. • We had to get him on his feet, but he was able to walk without much help. • We put the child on his feet and he took off running again. 2. Fig. to get someone back to normal, financially, medically, mentally, etc. • When he gets himself on his feet, Tom will buy a new car. • We will put him on his feet and help him along. • When I get myself on my feet, things will be better.
McGrawhill's American Idioms And Phrasal Verbs