Rapid deterioration in walking

If he is struggling the radiotherapy will help their are more better informed people on here that will help more than me with their knowledge good luck with his treatment keep in touch gaz 

Thank you Gaz  

Hopefully, the RT will alleviate Dad's pain but unfortunately, HT is likely to induce early fatigue and possibly other side effects. It is very easy to exercise less which results in a downward spiral of fitness which he is already experiencing. He really needs to do what he can to exercise, even if it means doing it for shorter periods but more frequently but not to the extent that it is putting too much strain on him. I would suggest that he asks his GP to refer him to Physiotherapy where they are experienced in dealing with elderly people in similar circumstances. I don't know whether Dad is over weight but if he is a dietician may be be able to help because excess weight puts additional strain on his body. He should do all he can to avoid a fall which can be very serious, so should consider what implications this may have on his accommodation if he is still living at home. I know of many cases where a fall has led to serious complications and death.

I am 86 and without mets but like many suffer from arthritis which is something your Dad may also have to contend with and I know I have lost muscle and some control and even some balance in the last couple of years, in part due to my age but also due to constraints with Covid. I think a lot of folk are similarly affected.

Dad's deteriorating situation needs to be closely monitored by his GP and an early appointment made if he has not had one very recently.

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