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Causes of weakness in the legs

Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD Key Takeaways Weakness in the legs can be a sign of serious health issues like ...
Are you experiencing weak legs or knee pain? Don't let muscle weakness hold you back from enjoying daily activities like walking or having a strong gait. In today’s video, we will guide you through ...
Many people feel pain or weakness in their legs and figure it’s just part of getting older. But it could be a sign of a vascular condition. Working with a doctor to find and treat these conditions ...
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - Outside the Lou Walker Senior Center in South DeKalb County, a group of seniors is getting a quick blood pressure check. The cuffs aren't just wrapped around their arms. They're ...
The symptoms: For two weeks prior to going to the doctor, the man had been feeling mild weakness in his left leg. There weren't any notable abnormalities in his medical history or neurological ...
This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A doctor at Children’s ...
A 38-year-old woman presented with a 1-week history of progressive bilateral leg weakness, numbness below the chest, and urinary retention. Neurologic examination revealed mild to moderate weakness ...
A 62-year-old right-handed man presented with leg pain and weakness. Two months previously, he experienced the onset of aching, gnawing pain in both his legs, particularly in his calves and thighs. He ...
What's the source of the unusual electrocardiogram (ECG) findings in a patient presenting with dizziness and limb weakness? That's the mystery posed in a recent case report. The diagnostic challenge ...
When your legs feel numb, it could be due by anything from sitting in one position too long to nerve damage from diabetes. Learn about the possible reasons it's happening and find out what you need to ...