2. Weakness in the Arms or Legs: The Silent Culprit of Reduced Physical Capacity
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Imagine lifting a familiar object, something you’ve lifted hundreds of times before, like a kettle or a book. Now, imagine that seemingly simple act becoming increasingly difficult. That’s the reality for many individuals with myelopathy.
The body is a wonder of coordination. Every time we decide to make a physical movement, a series of electrical signals is sent from our brains, down the spinal cord, and into our limbs.
When there’s a weakness in the arms or legs, it’s often a sign that these signals aren’t getting through as efficiently as they should. The muscles aren’t getting the message to contract and expand as needed.
This weakness can be deceptive. At first, it might manifest as a minor inconvenience.(2)
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