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why can't I move after I stand against a wall for a few minutes, with my seat walker, I have to struggle to sit for a few minutes, then, I can get going, but not far

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Hi Lottie, when I stand, I have to lock my knees and get my balance before I can walk.

My chair is beside the door into the kitchen, but invariably I end up walking around the room before getting to the door! 🤨

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thanks Don, Good that you are always here to share, I am still LEARNING how to deal with my Ataxia

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I think my lovely we will be forever learning ...... 😀🤨

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