Hi there, very recently been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis all over and started on methotrexate and steroids to cover. Its a lot isnt it! Im only 38 and have a 5 year old. I was always the first mum down the slide with her etc and feeling the guilt! But we must battle on no alternative really is there!! I was…
Hi everyone… i'm 51 and recently been diagnosed with arthritis in the bottom of my spine. Not sure what kind as I need to make appointment with a physio to discuss this. I'm scared, anxiety through the roof and feel lost. Is this normal? What questions should I be asking? I feel very alone with this atm. Any tips or advise…
Hello, I've recently been diagnosed with osteoarthritis in my right hip and am 40 yrs old. 80% of the time I'm able to move around very well with a mild/moderate groin/hip and knee pain. I've had my first hip consult last week and they've immediately offered me a steriod injection. I wouldn't mind if anyone could kindly…
Hi all, I'm new to the group and have osteoarthritis in the knee. My job has me on my feet all day walking up and down stairs. What can anyone recommend a support that works and easies the pain? TIA Steve
Has anyone tried this who has osteoarthritis and what results did you get from it?
I find the shoe brand FITFLOP a massive plus you can remove the I sole and put orthotics in...they are leather and very soft...they have an outlet store online so often u can ut them half price. I have 6 pairs now don't buy anything else till you have tried them .
looking for mobility trike to help walk my dogs on farm tracks and grass field tracks. Any suggestions please for all terrain trikes. Thanks Jane
hi I'm not sure where to post this,but I am wondering why I can only reply to questions on Hints and Tips, and not on any other topic. Thanks in advance
Hi, I have OA in my knees, hands, feet and spine. I have been told it is the facet joints. I am getting upper back pain daily when doing tasks that involve looking down and standing so cooking cleaning, gardening shopping, sewing, writing etc, I think some of it can be attributed to being overweight and having bad posture…
I received a text from the hospital 2 days ago to say I have now been placed on the non urgent Sub Orthopedic physio clinic, waiting list. I am on the non urgent waiting list for Hip and knee replacements, whichever comes first i guess I was wondering if this is normal, having physio before finally going into hospital. And…
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