I'm 45 and yes over weight but I struggle to exercise due to pain. I have OA in both knees. I have only had xrays (year ago) done. I have had steroid injections in my right knee but they did not work. I have been prescribed loads of pain relief medication but still in pain. I have previously had physio that did not help…
Hello, I wondered if anyone could help me please - after an ultrasound my GP says that I wear and tear and arthralgia - does anyone know what this means? He said it is pain in the joints abd tgat he'll refer me for Physio. Many thanks
Hi I have a Dog do you have any recommendations on a Vacuum I have a 2012 Vax Mach air Uprigjt with cableit only works effectively with suction hose not sweeper by hand exhausting and now impossible a loud squeeling sound means hose has gone. I have to replace it due Raynauds now diagnosed to avoid damage to my hands. Any…
I just wanted to say Merry Christmas and Thank You to all of the Helpline Team/Moderators for everything that you have done this year to help those of us living with arthritis. It is very much appreciated. I wish you a happy, healthy and peaceful New Year.
Hi I had to give u Gym " Strength and Balance -because too extreme on my Body and exhaustion after minutes about 6 months ago.Gym I attend for more genteel group excercises now Movewell suggest for severe intermittent Hans pain I should use resistant bands and attend Strength and Balance Gym again.Pleaee any experiences.I…
Dear Helpline Team Thankyou for your enormous help with huge amount of invaluable information and links 11December 2023 message to me. Really gratefull. Thankyou Galaxy A12
Hi I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis 10 years ago. It began in my knees now wrists, hands, hips and back. I also have collapsing ankles. I pride myself on still working full time. Recently I'm struggling with a flare up and otc meds aren't working for pain. My doctor has suggested amitriptyline but I'm concerned about…
I have had a few side effects with methotrexate and my consultant suggests I try sulfasalazine. I’m starting sulfasalazine the end of January when I see my consultant again. I’m really looking for anyone who is on the drug to let me know how they found it, any side effects, the best time to take it? Any advice would be…
Hi, I have Osteoporosis in my lower spine, I have consulted an Osteopath who has told me that the pain I'm experiencing is because I tighten my body through fear of the pain. I cannot walk normally for fear of the sudden agonising pain in my lower spine, However if it happens when I am tense, then why can I not move when…
Hi week ago my right hand developed severe Index finger pain weakness and numbness then hand became severely aching.I use loads 4 times daily handcreams both hand slightly inflamed. Only play rhythm or fingerpick half hour per day. Please any tips have organic diet tied cutting out all forms sugar and all regular tea and…
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