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Because of leg weakness I overused my arms by wall-walking, lifting my legs with my arms, etc, and ultimately tore both rotator cuffs and other shoulder muscles. I had surgery on the right shoulder, after which my legs became even weaker, going from a walker to a wheelchair. Has anyone else had shoulder issues? And also, has anyone had surgery which seemed to exacerbate their MS? It seems as though the surgery was too stressful for my body? Of course, a fall in the recovery room which… read more

April 17, 2014
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A MyMSTeam Member

@A MyMSTeam Member I just got a cortizone shot in my elbow.....worked great! Now I can paint again:)

April 17, 2014
A MyMSTeam Member

I end up with immediate elbow issues when I over use them.

April 17, 2014
A MyMSTeam Member

I had pretty nasty leg spasms after both my knee replacements. It seems to be from the anesthetic for me.

April 17, 2014
A MyMSTeam Member

Hi @A MyMSTeam Member I had arthroscopic surgery on my shoulder a few years ago, but I didn't know I had ms at the time. I think it is the least invasive kind of surgery, but only your doctors can really address the risks of surgery.
good luck!

April 17, 2014

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