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Are there any good ways to prevent my legs from falling asleep when i'm in a wheelchair 24/7?
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Movement: Keep rotating or re-adjusting your legs and massaging or rubbing could help stimulate the nerves and muscles of your legs to keep them 'awake'.
Answered 3/15/2014
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