Does anyone have any tips for opening childproof medicine bottles? I've just totally failed to give my daughter her antihistamine and has to get my husband to help ðŸ˜
Hello all, hope everyone's coping with pain ok today. I just received a diagnosis by text 'your X-rays have confirmed early osteoarthritis of your joint' I believe this as I have mild joint pain elsewhere too (I'm lucky its manageable) BUT I presented to the physio with severe shoulder pain which I still have - keeping me…
Hello, I am new to this forum. I am 61 and have been diagnosed with severe osteoarthritis in my knees, ankles and feet. I also have arthritis in my neck, shoulders and hands. My knees are the most painful and often lock and feel as though they won't take my weight. But I also have incredibly painful cramps in my legs. The…
Was diagnosed with OA in right knee 1 ago year with torn lateral meniscus. Consultant advised no surgery due to OA and general wear and tear of joint. I am 69 years old and he recommended pain management, physiotherapy and a choice or 2 injection products. One called "Duralane" and the other "Cingal". He suggested going…
 Hi everyone, The photo below is of the ordinary telescopic backscratchers which are very satisfying for that out of reach itch and not too expensive to buy either! You may not know its hidden talents though for those of us plagued by arthritis and limited mobility! They are brilliant for reaching things at the back of…
hi can anyone help me with ways to stop the pain in my knees at night, i am ok in day time as long as i keep active, but at night it is worse, i have taken pills before i go to bed but wondered if there was anything else i could try. thx geoff.
Hello. Does anyone have any experience of having a SCS procedure, how painful that procedure was in itself, and the recovery time. Also, how it feels to have the implant in - how close to spine is it, can you feel a bump where it is, does it hurt if you press on the stimulator? Also, how effective you find it - how much…
Hi, I was diagnosed with RA last year. Was on MTX but was causing high liver function readings so ended up having a short period of not taking any medication but now on hydroxy. Anyway my fingers in particular my index finger has really swollen and I struggle to bend it at all. Does anyone have any advice or tips for…
My grandparents suffer from arthritis meaning they can no longer complete most tasks at home and need a lot of help, especially during celebrations and family events. I was wondering if anyone has tried using gadgets to help them out and whether they are worth trying so I've made a google form for some feedback. Feel free…
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