Leg weakness

Symptoms

Leg weakness involves a reduced strength in one or both legs and can impact mobility and daily activities. Causes range from muscle fatigue and injuries to neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis, stroke, or peripheral neuropathy. It may also result from spinal cord issues or systemic illnesses. Persistent leg weakness requires medical assessment to diagnose the cause and initiate appropriate treatment.

Source | Author Doctor Nikas Samuolis, reviewed by Prof. Virginijus Šapoka | Vilnius University | Faculty of Medicine | Head of the Department of Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, and Oncology