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@rjack6618

My name is Rick. I’m 75 years old. I had major back surgery 3 years ago. I’ve had neuropathy in both legs from my knees down thru my feet. Until about 6 months ago I was able to walk on my own with no problems. It has now progressed to the point I can’t walk without a walker and only a few feet then before my legs give out. My wife puts me in a wheelchair to get me around stores and places. I’m in the process of having different images and test by a neurologist. It doesn’t look good. Anyone have this situation?

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Welcome Rick @rjack6618, I know it must be difficult for you having lost mobility to the point where you need a wheelchair. That is one of the things I worry about a lot with my neuropathy even though I don't have any pain, just the numbness. You mentioned you are in the process of having different images and testing done by a neurologist. Does your doctor think you have additional spinal nerve damage affecting your ability to walk?