broken leg muscle atrophy

Hello, still in limbo...used to be a runner/avid exerciser before the first incident back in May happened which resulted in numerous ongoing symptoms...and as a result, have done little to no exercise up until now. I'm starting out at a snail's pace on a stationary bike and treadmill, going slow and not for very long, which prior to all this would have been a warm up to a real work out. This is beyond frustrating and depressing!

tip toe on right leg because of muscle atrophy; all over leg, bottom of foot, upper arm, shoulder, and neck muscle pain and weakness. I experience muscle cramping, constant eye twitching, and here lately, seem to have started having some problems with my memory. In October of last year I weighed 170 ~ I now weigh 121. Had blood work done numerous times and my CK level was always elevated - not severely, but elevated (I think highest was around the 500 range).

Yes, you should be worried. If the leg has truly atophied, then you have lost that function. Atrophy cannot be reversed. Your hope, as I said above, is to find what muscles or muscle groups in that leg still has a signal to it and can be strengthened.

My right leg has lost some muscle around the knee, which makes it weak. There's a muscle on the outside right of the leg that's almost gone, and it makes a divot in my leg where there should be a bulge. At first I thought it was my body trying to fill in the spider bite hole, but now I think it's actually neurological.

In the past, he has limped on his right leg, which now we notice has extensive muscle atrophy. Nothing was found on X-Rays, blood work and urine except for Kidney Disease which he now on food just for that. Vet says best way is to bring him to a specialist for an MRI to see why there is extensive atrophy on his right leg compared to his left leg. I am debating on the MRI for him.

However, sometimes this muscle twitching appears as atrophy and weakness of muscle as well. Most likely cause of this twitching with weakness or atrophy of muscle can be when the nerve supplying to muscles are not functioning properly due to any neurological disorder. If you suffer continuous weakness and notice reduced strength of muscle bulk in areas, please arrange an appointment with a neurologist right away who will evaluate the possibilities here.

I read the question & answer regarding muscle atrophy in hind legs and the information on glucosamine and the omega fatty acids. These supplements are already being administered. Additionally, I walk my dog every morning. Granted, the walks have slowed as he has aged and the distance traveled h as lessened, but he still does get excercise. He reminds me that it's time to walk and appears to enjoy it.

Sorry, not sure exactly what you are describing. Muscle atrophy is wasting away of the muscle and doesn't sound like you are describing that. Has the dog been tested for heart worm or tick borne diseases? Does the Vet feel these symptoms are a result of the stroke? Sounds like possible infection going on somewhere. Did the blood values improve after the spay surgery?

ll be better able control that quadriceps muscle on the top of your upper leg. With control comes the ability to exercise which can rebuild both muscle mass and muscle tone. Building muscle requires proper nutrients that comes to the quads via the femoral artery. So, first things first -- the nerve has to heal before you can effectively build up the thigh muscles. However, don't let the leg dangle.

) For example, I have an atrophied muscle in my right leg. This causes my right knee to be weak. I also have a spastic muscle on the outside of that same leg, running from the knee to the ankle. It's usually the one that's right next to the atrophied one (one of the reasons I noticed the atrophy in the first place!

I dont have muscle atrophy, so cant help there. Things are sure falling apart for you these days. What does your neuro have to say? Why would atrophy continue while doing exercises? Interesting. She is such a good PT. You are lucky to have her. How are you holding up lately besides this?

I have a 2yrs 10 month old chihuahua that weighs 3.5 lbs that has all the below symptoms & was given a preliminary diagnosis of " hind leg atrophy" & have been referred to a VCA neurologist. Do you believe that there can be something else wrong?, if all the symptoms below are right on with the dx given.

I also have pain in my right leg which has been coming and going for about a month and feels like muscle cramp or a twisted ankle (i've not injured it). Yesterday my right foot went numb and I couldn't move my toes, but it is back to normal today. Should I be worried? I am 25, female, and generally healthy.

I did show the leg dimpling to my doctor and she ordered a CT scan for this week. She thought that it might be a lump near the site. I am thinking it may be muscle atrophy from lack of exercise.

I finally went to another PT who made my pain get lower but then he had me do a lunge on the floor and I pulled a muscle since my left leg is somewhat weaker than the right or I am weak on both sides. Then he tried traction on the left hip joint to loosen up my thigh muscle and it hurt and finally I felt a tear and couldn't hardly walk for two months and again sat for two months and tried walking a little more each day.

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is a form of motor neuron disease, progressive, fatal , neurodegenerative disease caused by the degeneration of motor neurons, the nerve cells in CNS that control voluntary muscle movement. The earliest symptoms are typically weakness and muscle atrophy. other symptoms are muscle fasciculation, cramping, stiffness of affected muscles, muscle weakness affecting an arm or a leg and slurred and nasal speech.

Would there be a benefit or a detriment to exercising an arm or leg that is experiencing weakness? My right arm and leg are showing signs of atrophy, and I wondered if I should do some strengthening exercises.

I realize I had a lot of other injuries that left me unable to move well for several months and that muscle atrophy could be another cause as I experienced that along my right side upper body back, arm, and shoulder. I am just trying to understand if this is normal and will pass with time? Also, after almost 4 months can I go back to lifting weights or will this add to the issues I'm experiencing with my muscles.

hyperkalemic periodic paralysis, (hereditary diseases), severe nerve impingement in back (spine) may also cause leg muscle atrophy and paralysis. Therefore, I would recommend you to neurologist who can evaluate the details of your case and could better determine the insight of your situation. Hope this helps.

To a certain exent it probably is, and could do with physiotherapy...but then are you certain there wasn't some other damage? What did the vet say at the time? Also, how long ago was the surgery? If quite recent, then it could take some time to get back to normal. On the other hand there may be something else going on as well. I think you really ought to dicuss this with your vet. If it's simple, and general muscle atrophy from not being used -and that's that...

The earliest symptoms are weakness and muscle atrophy. Others are muscle fasciculation , cramping, stiffness of affected muscles, muscle weakness affecting an arm or leg, and slurred and nasal speech. Symptoms of upper motor neuron involvement include tight and stiff muscles and exaggerated reflexes including an overactive gag reflex and abnormal reflex called babinsky’s sign. Consult your doctor for considering this as your condition. Take care.

The other type of muscle atrophy is called neurogenic atrophy which is caused by an injury or disease that affects the nerves connected to a muscle. This type of atrophy is mentioned to appear more suddenly and is more serious than disuse atrophy. There are various reasons for neurogenic atrophy such as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, diabetic neuropathy, neck or spinal cord injury to name a few. You might want to see a doctor to rule out any underlying diseases/injuries as well.

But sometimes this muscle twitching appears as atrophy and weakness of muscle as well. Most likely cause of this twitching with weakness or atrophy of muscle can be when the nerve supplying to hand/eye muscles is not functioning properly due to any neurological disorder. If you suffer continuous weakness and notice reduced strength of muscle bulk in areas, please arrange an appointment with a neurologist right away who will evaluate the possibilities here.

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