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Increasing weakness in Legs

Posted by thurlibier @thurlibier, Aug 31, 2024

Four months ago I was able to walk without any problem even though I had neuropathy in my feet. I progressed to a cane and now I am only able to walk a very short distance with a walker, After a couple of hundred yards I cannot move my feet properly and my legs are weak and shaky. I spent a few days in Mayo where they did all kinds of tests including a MRI and were not able to come up with a reason. They discharged with the suggestion that I keep exercising. My muscles in my feet and legs are quite strong. I am very concerned that this weakness will lead to a complete lack of ability to walk in a very short time, Has anyone else experienced this or been able to stop the progression,

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thurlibier | @thurlibier | Sep 9, 2024
In reply to @pamelajl "I am sorry but your husband sounds so selfish. How would he feel if the situation..." + (show)
@pamelajl

I am sorry but your husband sounds so selfish. How would he feel if the situation was the other way round and he needed YOUR support?
Probably won't help but you could try asking him that question.
But more practically, forget about him and concentrate on finding things that you can do that will make you happy. You deserve to be happy.
I can recommend taking some kind of classes - I am learning Spanish (don't ask why, I'm 74 so how much use will I get out of it?!?) The point is, I love the classes, the camaraderie, the friendship. And in between classes I have that interest (Duolingo, Youtube videos etc.) to keep me amused.
I find that, the older I get, it's friends rather than family that give the best support - and of course it is a two way thing. I am always there for them. To be needed is a lovely feeling.
After all, our family don't choose us but our friends DO, and we choose THEM, which is also a great feeling.
By the way I live on my own (since my selfish b***** husband decided he didn't need me anymore after 35 years of marriage), and I am less lonely now than I was in the marriage! And somehow I cope alone with all the infirmities that old age has thrown at me!
Wishing you lots of luck xx

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Thank you so much for your kind words. It's my daughter who lives in
California - I am in Florida. I wish I knew what was happening but so far
the doctors don't seem to know either. Stay happy with your friends - I
wish you all the best

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pablocito | @pablocito | 1 day ago

Yes. My situation is similar. Diabetic foot neuropathy, too a cane, now barely climb stairs and walk weakly occasional feeling legs give. Worry about mobility in future. PT helped balance, but not strength of legs. I ask is it a side effect of gabapentine I take? 3x300 mg/day? Going to PCP and neurologist now to see.

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William | @willgranger1127 | 15 hours ago

I recommend an exercise bike. That may give you the leg exercise without the weight. My best...

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