Are you experiencing throbbing leg pain while walking, heaviness, fatigue, and difficulty getting around?
You are absolutely not alone in this. Many myRAteam members describe very similar experiences — leg pain, bone-deep aching, and a fatigue that makes even short walks feel like a marathon. One myRAteam member shared Show Full Answer
Are you experiencing throbbing leg pain while walking, heaviness, fatigue, and difficulty getting around?
You are absolutely not alone in this. Many myRAteam members describe very similar experiences — leg pain, bone-deep aching, and a fatigue that makes even short walks feel like a marathon. One myRAteam member shared, "My feet and leg bones hurt so bad that I just want to scream. Standing for more than a minute is so painful." Another described the fatigue as "the worst," saying that not being able to get enough rest is completely draining.
The combination of pain and fatigue can feel like a cycle that's hard to break:
- Pain makes it hard to move
- Reduced movement can increase stiffness
- Poor sleep from pain worsens fatigue
- Fatigue makes everything harder to cope with It's really important to flag these symptoms to your rheumatologist, especially if they've gotten worse. This kind of fatigue combined with increased pain and stiffness can be a sign of a flare that may need treatment adjustment.
Gentle, gradual movement like short walks can sometimes help, but if walking is painful, a physical therapist can help find a safe approach tailored to what your body can handle right now.
July 31
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