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A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Mission, TX

So the last three or four days my legs feel like jelly. I can stand and walk fine but I feel like they are jittery and shaky. If I stand on one foot that leg shakes and vise versa. Anyone experience this? My arms feel the same. My whole body. Along with random muscle twitching, and soreness like I just ran a marathon.

November 3, 2018
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Members overwhelmingly related to the experience of leg fatigue and shakiness, describing it as a common fibromyalgia symptom that often... Read more

Members overwhelmingly related to the experience of leg fatigue and shakiness, describing it as a common fibromyalgia symptom that often appears after physical activity like walking or standing too long, during flares, or when the body desperately needs rest. Several members shared strategies that have helped them manage these episodes, including taking magnesium supplements (particularly magnesium glycinate), using medical marijuana, wearing compression leggings or layers to keep legs warm, applying heating pads, incorporating gentle exercise to build strength, and addressing potential nutrient deficiencies with B-complex vitamins. A recurring theme was the importance of pacing yourself, listening to your body's signals to rest before pushing too far, and recognizing that symptoms like jelly legs, muscle twitching, and full-body exhaustion are part of living with fibromyalgia rather than signs of personal failure.

A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member, I take NatureMade magnesium stearate. The tablets are 250 mg and I take 2 at night. I felt a response to my restless legs within a day or two but it does work better the longer you take it. Must be taken at night for better absorption. I like this brand because it is gluten and soy free. They do have a gel tablet that has soy in it but that only matters if you have a problem with soy like I do.

November 3, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

Fatigue. You need rest and put a heating pad on it. It takes time. Make sure your legs are not cold when you go out. I used to have that same problem until I wore leggings under my pants. The layers keep your legs warm and reduce symptoms in my experience πŸ’œπŸ’œπŸ’œπŸ’œπŸ’œπŸ’œ

November 3, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

YES! I've gotten this in the past as well. I've found that it's gotten much better since I started running and hiking again (got stronger) and also started taking a methyl-b complex supplement spray that has really helped some nutrient deficiencies I had. I hope you feel better soon!

November 4, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

Anyone have any recommendations on magnesium supplements, amounts, and how long does it take to see results?

November 3, 2018
A MyFibroTeam Member

I have this often. Standing or walking too much can bring it on. I have a desk job, so I'm blessed with that. But it's terrible to get it in the shower. I may need a shower chair. I've also considered a walking stick for shopping trips with my sis and to get up on bad flare days. Are you taking any magnesium? You might research it and see if it helps.

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