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Leg Weakness and Mobility Issues

Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Jul 7 3:40pm | Replies (58)

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@celia16

You may have something different from me. But, I don’t recall all my tests. I do recall I had high inflammation. I have type 1 diabetes, hypothyroidism, and psoriasis. Most of my dad’s side of the family has autoimmune too, mainly rheumatoid arthritis, some lupus, psoriatic arthritis and Type 1 diabetes.

As I recall, my weak legs lasted about a year. The improvement was gradual. The strength took a long time to regain and I wish I had gotten PT for it. I might try myofascial release or some kind of hands on treatment. I would if it happened again. I wasn’t prescribed any med, except Ibuprofen. Maybe, I needed a med….idk.

I kept moving everyday though. It was very difficult to get off the couch or to get in snd out of my car. It was a struggle. I felt very scared and frustrated. But, I worked most days and was hardly ever out due to it. I pushed hard to keep going, but run my own law practice and had no choice. I would handle things differently today.

I certainly hope they can figure yours out. I know that kind of thing can be very stressful and painful. Please post your findings. I am so curious, as I’ve wondered what caused mine.

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Oo ok yes my inflammation was normal/not high and family does not have anything autoimmune except my aunt with arthritis so it is puzzling. I relate to how it is a struggle doing basic things like getting up from a seat, the car, etc. It is very scary not knowing what is going on/causing this and what the future looks like for me, and of course frustrating since I cannot participate in the same things I used to be able to. It is hard seeing everyone on social media and friends/family live and I am just stuck on the sidelines. But yes, I can do more reps/exercises than when I first started PT in February, so it must be doing something. I will keep you posted on any findings.
May I ask how did you exactly get better? Did you just gradually workout more to get your strength back and it took a year? I'm scared to overdo it and be back at square one, but I wonder sometimes if not using my legs enough each day is making them atrophy more/weaker.