Duration
How long the muscle weakness in the legs persists depends not only on the cause but also on the therapy. In some cases, for example in the case of muscle ache or malnutrition, the course of the disease may be only short-term, but severe diseases such as multiple sclerosis have a chronic course. In some cases the muscle weakness improves, but more often it is progressive and gets worse. Early diagnosis and therapy of the underlying disease improves the prognosis.
Prognosis
For the prognosis of muscle weakness in the legs no statement can be made without the exact diagnosis. Depending on the cause and course, it can be a short-term symptom that can be reduced by the right therapy. Chronic disease has a much longer course, sometimes there is also a gradual deterioration.
Essential is the therapy of the underlying disease or cause. Together with the doctor and a physiotherapist, the patient should also find a way to maintain the muscles in the legs to support recovery.
