@David_Elliott 

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David_Elliott

Weakness

Is this unusual? I'm finding that after a shower,both legs tighten up making it difficult to walk or climb stairs. I found the same problem this week getting out of a hot tub! Anyone experiencing the same?
@Clive_Powell

It happens to me all the time. Try using the water at a lower temperature.

@Vixen

Hi @david_elliott, this isn't unusual at all, and is a daily factor of my life. There is something called Uhthoff phenomenon, where the heat from baths and showers can case a temporary exacerbation of disability. You can download a fact sheet here: https://www.mssociety.org.uk/care-and-support/resources-and-publications/publications-search/hot-and-cold-temperature-and-ms Shorter showers at a lower temp will help. Being in the hot sun, or overdoing exercise will have the same effect. We are indeed very special people! :-)