I have been doing so good until recently. It started when my foot went numb and it felt like I couldn’t move it while I was driving. Keep in mind, I had been driving for an extended period of time and I have a history of back problems that have caused this issue before. But since; I have been noticed that it feels like I have to “remind” my brain to move any of my limbs from time to to. Arms, legs, whatever. I’m literally in fear that I will just all of a sudden not be able to move my arms or legs anymore and I’ll end up paralyzed on the side of the road somewhere and not be able to call for help because I can’t move. This is probably the worst my anxiety has been in years and I feel insane, lol has anyone gone through this ? What did you to remind yourself that that is highly unlikely ?
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This is one of my worst symptoms when it comes to panic attacks , creates the sensation that I wont be able to walk and I keep having to walk and walk to show I can...but yes I can relate. Its all anxiety.
Maybe it’s age related stiffness? I’m not one to sound alarms, especially when it comes to anxiety. But it might be wise to get a checkup at least, and mention ot to the doc. Although a lot of symptoms can be related to anxiety, as we age, the likely hood starts to increase that all our symptoms are not related to anxiety. Get a checkup if you haven’t had one recently.
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I hope this might be helpful (and do apologise if it causes any worry): but sudden, general paralysis is nearly always the result of the kind of extreme event that doesn't need to be described here (but is much different than your concern). Some people have incidents of mild paralysis, but it usually happens in a specific part of the body and can be treated to reduce symptoms.
What you're describing - to me - sounds like a the common phenomenon of nerves being compressed so that extremities 'fall asleep'. It comes with the territory of any activity where you move little, driving included. My understanding is that you cannot cause permanent damage this way under normal circumstances. What you can do, to prevent it, is to take breaks from sitting. Even if your drive is only 20-30 min, see if stopping the car to stretch half-way helps. If your drive is shorter than that... this isn't medical advice, but it's completely possible you have an issue with your posture.
What you're describing - to me - sounds like a the common phenomenon of nerves being compressed so that extremities 'fall asleep'. It comes with the territory of any activity where you move little, driving included. My understanding is that you cannot cause permanent damage this way under normal circumstances. What you can do, to prevent it, is to take breaks from sitting. Even if your drive is only 20-30 min, see if stopping the car to stretch half-way helps. If your drive is shorter than that... this isn't medical advice, but it's completely possible you have an issue with your posture.
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One day, when in the middle of my GAD I stopped in a lay-by to read the paper. One of the articles told of a man who had a heart attack in a lay-by. I could not get away from there quick enough. Logical? Of course not, but what is in anxiety? When driving my foot often 'goes to sleep', and as it's the right foot I usually stop and stretch it to get the circulation going again. No big deal. Age? Yes, of course it can be, but whatever it is it's hardly likely to be something bad. But if it worries you then get checked out if only for peace of mind.