A member asked:

I have transverse myelitis, i have been doing physio for 14 months, but when i walk my right knee just collapses forward as soon as i weight-bare why?

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Dr. Colin Sanner answered

Specializes in Neurology

UMN weakness: Upper motor neuron weakness from inflammation injury of the spine (transverse myelitis) typically causes spastic weakness: even though the muscles are tight and may at times cramp or spasm, they are still weak b/c the brain lost control over voluntary movement of affected muscles. Ask about adding neuromuscular electrical stimulator (nmes) to rehab routine. Good luck!

Answered 10/12/2016

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