My gait was not normal nor is it as
> it was prior to onset of TM, but I continue to im-
> prove. I do continue to use my husband's arm if
> we are walking on uneven terrain, on long walks,
> or in crowds. I use the shopping cart to keep me
> steady while I grocery shop. I do find that I am
> much more cautious when I am in a crowd, but
> that is getting better, too.
This description sounds exactly like me. In addition, there have been times
I've "felt" like my legs wouldn't get me up the stairs, but they do.
> I also have the muscle spasm when I roll over in
> bed just right, believe it's called Lhermitte's Sign.
> The intensity of that has diminished over time and
> no longer happens every morning when I arise.
> Hope you continue to see progress. Know we're
> all in this together!!
> JanH
>
I think Lhermitte's Sign has to do with an electric-jolt type feeling when you
bend your head forward.
Barbara