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What Causes The Shrinking Of Connective Tissues In The Leg In The Elderly?
I feel like the connective tissue in my legs are shrinking. I try to sleep with my legs straight, but when I get up in the morning they are too tight to allow me to walk normally until I get them stretched out. I have to do stretches 2 or more times a day for the back of my legs. It is painful to walk more than a block or two. I am 67 yo and have been dealing with this for a year.
Wed, 20 Dec 2017
Elasticity of muscles and connective tissues are reduced due to ageing. lack of adequate physical activity and exercise is s contributory factor for this rigidity. Regular physical exercise would be beneficial. consult a physical therapist for further management.
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