Try applying cannabis oil
June 23
mine feel heavy to at times like concrete blocks. Thank God, not all the time. I will use roll on lidicane or paches on my thighs..
June 23
That is a very common symptom for MS . I am sorry you are going through that.
June 23
Heavy legs are actually a really common variation of leg weakness in MS — so you're definitely not alone in this. Many MyMSTeam members describe it similarly, with one saying their legs feel like "Jell-O and cement at the same time."
There are a few reasons this can happen with MS: - Nerve damage — MS damages the myelin Show Full Answer
Heavy legs are actually a really common variation of leg weakness in MS — so you're definitely not alone in this. Many MyMSTeam members describe it similarly, with one saying their legs feel like "Jell-O and cement at the same time."
There are a few reasons this can happen with MS: - Nerve damage — MS damages the myelin coating on nerves, which slows or blocks signals to the muscles in your legs
- Fatigue — When energy is low, legs can feel especially heavy and hard to lift
- Inactivity — Muscles that aren't used regularly can weaken and feel heavier to move
- Heat or humidity — Warm temperatures are known to worsen leg symptoms for many people with MS
- Stress — Emotional stress can also make leg heaviness worse
- MS flare-ups — Heavy legs can sometimes signal that a relapse is coming or that your body needs rest
- Medication side effects — Some MS medications can contribute to muscle weakness
It's worth mentioning this to your neurologist or healthcare team, especially if it's getting worse or affecting your walking and balance. They can help figure out what's driving it and suggest ways to manage it.
June 22
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