I have recntly had anappointment at UCH to disuss this. I wonder how much it will help, the rehabilitation time seems very long. Dorothy 2048
I have severe ankle deformity caused in part by osteoarthritis as well as fallen arch. My surgeon has recommended ankle fusion followed by ankle replacement. From what I’ve read this doesn’t seem like a common process. I’m 66 and not all that active but would like to return to walking and biking. For those that have had…
I have the most dreadful pain in knees, legs and lower back which is regulated by lots of drugs. However even the oral morphine does not help the pain at night or for the first two or three hours every morning. I'm 87 and live alone with my family all living overseas. I'm finding it harder and harder to live a normal life…
Hi Everyone, my name is Patrick and I'm a 58 year old HGV driver living in Leicestershire. In 2018 I had a full left knee replacement due to bone on bone due to arthritis (but can't remember which one) Now 6 years later my right knee seems to be suffering the same symptoms. After a GP phone appointment, physiotherapy face…
Morning all Had another bad night. Nausea all night. I have RA and take injections methotrexate 15mg weekly and adiladnum 40MG every other week. I take folic acid but too much of that and it makes nausea worse. I am also on blood thinners, blood pressure and statin. Does anyone else have this nausea ? Tried drinking water,…
Hi folks . I'm 47 and have been diagnosed with osteo arthritis in my finger joints. They are not causing me too much pain right now - but my hands do feel stiff after using them for heavy DIY sessions. I was at a show at the NEC the other week - and saw a vibration device - from a firm called Eurotherapy. They were…
Hi I have arthritis in both feet and have orthopaedic insoles, which I wear all day in my shoes but question is what do you wear in the house ? ( I am off a certain age and take off, my outdoor shoes at the front door) I am currently wearing Ecco crocs rather than fabric style slippers - but wonder, if these give my feet…
I have osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia (a lovely combination). I have had both knee joints replaced and my left shoulder too. I have “marked” OA in my feet and just had an injection in one. My back is painful whether I sit, lay down or move. I’ve found it almost unbearable when I swim. My hands and fingers are affected…
Hi I've been put on naproxen and cocodomol for osteoarthritis which I have in nearly all my joints I was wondering I I can take any other meds because I'm always in pain
My go just upped painkiller dose and prescribed movelat gel as a one off don’t know if it will work.Has anyone tried the heated massage knee pads that seem to be all the rage on tiktok
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