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I do not know where to post this question but this is a very well informed group and maybe someone can shed light. Has anyone had balance problems with their PMR? My rhuemy says "No" and all my other docs are stumped. (Primary, Nuerologist) Had MRI of brain, no stroke and numerous circulatory test. No vertigo, no postural effect, just when feet are weight bearing. Started about 6 weeks after treatment for PMR, the 2nd time. Last bout of PMR was 30 years ago, no balance changes then. Now, I walk like a drunken sailor and can not stand for any length of time because I waver so it is very fatiqueing. I can ride horses ok so I am grateful for that. But my Spanish Mustang is very suspicious of me. (He wants a strong leader.) I am having someone work with him and pretend to be a bumbling mounter (that's me.)

I think my legs are sending bad signals to my brain, or maybe just one leg. Any ideas?

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@suetex, My PMR is currently in remission but I do remember having about the same balance problems when it was active as I do now so I'm not sure the balance problem was related. I also have other conditions like neuropathy that I'm sure can cause balance problems. I do have problems standing for any length of time and walking any distance so I try to exercise daily on my exercise bike and do some resistance training to help build strength.

Have you looked into any exercises to help with your balance?