Dementia Symptoms: The initial symptoms of dementia often start not in the brain but in the legs. If walking speed slows down or weakness is felt in the legs, it may be a sign of amnesia.
The condition of dementia or forgetfulness is known as dementia. Older people often have to struggle with this disease. You will be surprised to know that the initial symptoms of dementia start appearing not in the brain but in the legs. 5.5 crore people are suffering from dementia worldwide. There are approximately 1 crore new cases of dementia every year. It is difficult to recognize the initial symptoms of dementia, hence the disease is diagnosed late.
Arun L Naik, a renowned neurosurgeon from Bengaluru and an alumnus of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), tells TOI that it is important to identify the early symptoms of dementia. If there is even a slight change while walking, it may be related to dementia.
What is the relation between brain and feet?
When there is disturbance in the structure of the brain and blood circulation, the muscles of the legs become weak and the walking speed becomes slow. A person is able to walk properly only when many parts of the brain are active. With increasing age, muscle mass starts decreasing and this condition is known as sarcopenia.
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What are the symptoms of leg weakness?
If the walking speed of the legs is being affected, then there is a great need to pay attention to it. Know what are the signs of weakness in legs.
- There is a sudden decrease in walking speed or the pace slows down.
- The muscles of the legs become weak, due to which the person starts feeling difficulty in climbing stairs, standing in a chair or walking. Stepping unevenly or dragging your feet is also a sign of weakness in your legs.
- Difficulty in walking while speaking or counting is also seen.
If this happens to you too, you should immediately visit a doctor and talk about your symptoms.
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