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Cortland, NY
July 27, 2024
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Members strongly related to the experience of having weak, wobbly legs that feel like jelly and make walking difficult, with many describing... Read more

Members strongly related to the experience of having weak, wobbly legs that feel like jelly and make walking difficult, with many describing the frustration of needing to sit down when their legs won't support their body weight. Several members shared practical strategies they use to stay safe, including counting to ten before standing to let dizziness pass, using shopping carts or rollator walkers for support, walking close to walls when aids aren't available, and leaning on caregivers or companions. A recurring theme was the importance of taking your time, using mobility aids without shame, and finding creative ways to adapt daily activities to accommodate unpredictable leg weakness.

A MyFibroTeam Member

and run into walls

July 27, 2024
A MyFibroTeam Member

I agree take your time before walking. Evelyn

July 28, 2024
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes but I usually grab my caretaker and keep on walking

July 27, 2024
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes so do I, it's the worst.

July 27, 2024
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes, it is frustrating

July 27, 2024

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