I have been suffering with chronic pain for just under a year and the odd ache in my knees/on and off skin issues for about 5 years. I was diagnosed a few days ago, with psoriatic arthritis. I’m 25 years old so when the pain started it was quite a shock and has been an even bigger shock to be diagnosed with this. The…
I finally saw a consultant after a year long wait only to be told that my although I need a knee replacement it cannot go ahead due to my being overweight. I am feeling really depressed about this as even walking to the bus stop is challenging and painful, I have been offered no support or help apart from a vague promise…
Anyone tried tens machine for hip arthritis - desperate for help, no medication works
Hi there I have recently been diagnosed with osteoarthritis in the fingers in its hands. I had a steroid injection in one hand to see how that went. It did take away the pain and lasted nearly 3 months but has just worn off. I wondered of anyone else has this in their fingers and knows or has any tips on how to live with…
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Hello all, I have had a problem with my hip and knee for over a year it has gradually got worse I have had more xrays done and the Dr said it is osteoarthritis and wear and tear. I asked if I could have stronger medication originally they had put me on Naproxen twice a day they have taken me off that and I have been…
Hello all - I am wondering if anyone has any advice on how to keep your leg elevated, comfortably whilst sleeping. I have a wedge pillow but really struggling as I don’t think your supposed to have anything behind your knee. Thanks everyone for any advice.
Hello everyone. Can you just ask for a knee replacement privately? I mean, is a private surgeon going to just give you a new knee whether you need one or not if you have the money? Thanks.
Hi - I'm new to this forum and could use some of people's experiences of knee supports. I have severe OA in right knee but they won't replace until I shed a fair amount of weight - I walk with crutches (also have OA in other knee and both hips and some as yet unconfirmed inflammatory arthritis possibly PMR) - I know I need…
Hi I'm new here, pleased I've found this group. Has anyone had a reverse shoulder replacement. How did it go, do you still have any pain. I am on a waiting list to have this procedure on my right shoulder, I am in extreme pain, but can't take any morphine or morphine based pain relief. Life consists of lots of paracetamol…
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