Leg weakness, Neurology FAQ

The left foot feels weak when starting to walk, and MRI, electromyography, and dopamine imaging have all shown no abnormalities? Hello Doctor, my family member has experienced foot drop for the past five years. When changing positions (from sitting to standing, starting to walk, ...

Leg weakness ~ inability to stand? Hello, my mother was born in 1938 (in her seventies)! She is approximately 162 cm tall and weighs 80 kg. Today, when I returned to my hometown, I discovered that my mother is unable to stand or walk. Since she lives with a family member, we init...

Muscle twitching accompanied by mild weakness? Hello Doctor, I am 21 years old. About a week ago, I had a cold, and in the past few days, I have started to experience mild weakness in my right leg, especially noticeable when sitting. This is accompanied by occasional muscle twitc...

Muscle issues Hello doctor, a few weeks ago I experienced weakness in one leg and muscle twitching throughout my body, but everything in my life was normal. Now the twitching has become less frequent, and the feeling of weakness has gradually diminished. Should I be concerned abo...

Weakness in the left foot and a vibrating sensation in the sole of the foot? Your question: Hello Doctor, about a month ago, I started experiencing soreness in both buttocks, with the left side being more painful. Sometimes my left leg feels weak. The rehabilitation doctor arrang...

Weakness in the left foot and a vibrating sensation in the sole of the foot? Hello Doctor, about a month ago, I started experiencing soreness in both buttocks, with the left side being more painful. Sometimes my left leg feels weak. The rehabilitation doctor arranged for an elect...

Visual abnormalities and weakness or numbness in the calves? Hello Doctor, since June, I have been experiencing unclear vision on the edges of my left eye. After an ophthalmological examination, a visual field defect was found, raising concerns about a possible neurological issue...

Dizziness, leg numbness, and tremors? Hello, doctor. Today, I felt like the floor was shaking while standing on one leg, which I didn't experience last night or before. The leg I was standing on also felt particularly shaky. Sometimes, I experience numbness and slight weakne...

Weakness in the left arm and difficulty lifting the left leg, leading to trouble walking? Hello Doctor, As per the title, my mother has been experiencing weakness in her left hand and left leg for over a year. Both her left hand and leg have muscle atrophy, and her condition is...

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) shows no evidence of thrombosis or is inconclusive, making rehabilitation treatment unfeasible? Hello, my mother experienced weakness in her legs, unclear speech, and difficulty swallowing in mid-June, although the symptoms were not very pronounce...

Weakness in the legs (below the knees) If there is sudden weakness in the leg, what could be the possible causes? I have undergone nerve ultrasound and blood tests, and the results showed no issues. What other areas can I explore for further examination?

Walking on the heels (unable to lift the toes of the right foot)? Hello Doctor: Three years ago, I fell off my motorcycle and injured my lower back. Now, when I walk, I can lift the toes of my left foot, but I cannot lift the toes of my right foot. Could this be due to nerve comp...

Weakness in the legs? Hello: For a long time, I have felt weakness in my lower legs while sleeping, making it difficult for me to fall asleep. I have to rub my legs together until I get tired enough to sleep. I have been accustomed to sleeping on my right side, but since last yea...

Unilateral weakness? Hello Doctor: My mother has been experiencing weakness in her right leg for about three days. Aside from this, she has not felt any pain or numbness, and there are no issues with her right hand. My mother works in the sewing machine industry, similar to alter...

Muscle twitching and electromyography-related issues? Hello Doctor, Since around June 2017, I began to notice slight tremors in both of my hands, and when lying flat, I felt a sensation of my body vibrating. In July, I visited a neurologist for the first time, and the doctor ob...

My 82-year-old mother has weakness in her left leg? Hello, my mother says that when she tries to get up from bed or stand up from sitting, she feels a tightness and weakness in her left leg. When she takes the first step, it feels like she might step into empty space. Could this ...

After the car accident, there is weakness in the right leg muscles and frequent sensations of numbness? Hello, Dr. Jiang. I was in a car accident on June 4, 2017, during which I sustained noticeable abrasions on my right foot and right hand. However, after 2-3 weeks, the abrasion...

Leg weakness and soreness? The doctor would like to inquire about recent symptoms of persistent leg weakness, lower back soreness, discomfort in the coccyx while sitting, and involuntary shaking of the lower back when bending over. What could be the cause of these symptoms?

Weakness in the right leg, unable to lift it? I suddenly experienced weakness in my right leg, making it difficult to lift my leg, take steps, or stand on one foot. I am unable to kick my leg out or ascend stairs using my right foot alone. As an athlete, I was previously diagnose...

Lower back and leg pain (right leg weakness) Hello: I hold a mild physical and mental disability certificate (lower limb disability). Although I cannot walk quickly or run, I can stand and walk on my own without any issues. Recently, I suddenly noticed weakness in my right leg, a...