Hi there I've got osteoarthritis on the top of my left foot. I had a cortisone injection in January which hasn't worked very well. It's taken away some of the pain but not totally, so I'm still unable to do all the activities I'd like to. :( I've got a follow-up hospital appointment next week and I suspect the consultant…
Hi, I’m new to the forum although I’ve had RA for 25 years. I was prescribed sulphasalazine, with little effect, then 15mg weekly methotrexate for appro the last 10 years. In late 2017 I had a chronic flare of pain and swelling. I had a steroid injection that gave instant relief. I felt like a new person. This lasted until…
Hi all Does anyone have any advice on whether over the counter Tens machines have a benefit for tricompartmental knee OA?
Hello, I am new to this forum as well as to Arthritis. I have recently been diagnosed with onset of knee OA after MRI and X-Ray scans. Pain is still moderate but often nagging, especially after activity, and it sometimes prevents me from sleeping. The cartilage hasn't broken down yet and I am still able to do some moderate…
After having PMR on and off for 23 years and on and off steroids and NSAIDS my doctor now says..'Just take paracetamol'. It doesn't work of course and Im fast seizing up. Looking for ideas that may work. Or do I just get to see a rheumatologist ?
I know using stem cells harvested from adipose abdominal fat is s form of treatment for knees is operational. It comes under various names e.g. prolotherapy, and sometimes involves simultaneous bone marrow harvesting. I am wondering if anyone has had this form of treatment or can guide me about it. I enquired of my GP but…
Hi all New to his site and look forward to sharing and receiving support from fellow suffers. I have psoriatic arthritis and gradually using the use of my hands. :cry:
Just saying hello as a new user. I'm 63, female and suffering with osteoarthritis of my left knee which started causing problems last July. After months of physio, a corticosteroid injection and little improvement, I'm contemplating a partial knee replacement. Surgeon says he thinks I only need a partial (knee cap) but…
I have just joined the forum & already have a question. Have osteoarthritis in back, wrists, hip, knee, both great toes. I'm trying to keep mobile, but my toes are causing me massive problems. Can anyone recommend a specific trainer with rigid upward curved toes for rocking push off. Rocker shoes no good for me, &…
Hi there Im new! Have been offered a Trapeziectomy for my right thumb and am unsure if I want to go ahead. When it hurts badly I do and when its not so bad I dont! Can you help. Had anyone got a good word of encouragement for me?
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