Hi Everyone, Just thought I would say Hello. I have Osteoarthritis in my spine and it is giving me lots of pain. Not a good way to start a conversation when you have just joined. I’m wondering if there is anyone on here who lives in Plymouth, as it would be good to get together sometime. Let me know if you live in Plymouth…
Have read comments that little is reported of this procedure from 'inside experience' so will share mine if anyone is interested. Had 3 fractures to head of humerus late September 2017. These became displaced so were plated, screwed and pinned two weeks later with the surgeon warning that his handiwork might not provide a…
Can I ask anyone out there if they have had shoulder replacement. I'm worried and would like to know what the success rate was, and how long was recovery please.
Hi, I’m 21 been diagnosed with AS (Ankylosing spondylitis) since I’m 15 and it’s feels like it’s gotten worse pain and discomfort wise. I started on some orange coloured pills, then methotrexate (both useless) and then biologics (2 years after diagnosis). First biologics was amgevita and I felt normal with that up until…
This is an account of my experience of being a rheumatoid and having my shoulder replaced. It’s not really for comment but just meant as a guide for anyone else with RA looking at having the same procedure. I will write in installments and add a couple of photos of the scar as we go along. This is just my experience. We’re…
Has anyone noticed an increase in pain and inflammation whilst we have this lovely weather. My Knee feels swollen and tight, but with work and a busy home not much rest time.
For a year I have been told that my neck pain was simply an age related wear and tear issue and the local clinic simply offered standard pain relief suggestions. Research now shows it is not just an 'age' issue but also a distinct disease often related to metabolic issues. There is very little about this on most…
Knee Hello im looking for advice for knee supports so i can try and run again or at least get back up some hills. It appears the condition is only in the outside section of my left knee, are there any supports better than others for this Thanks Tony
Hi all, I have inflammatory arthritis and take Methotrexate. My fatigue has recently got so much worse. My body feels constantly extremely tired. I love exercise but recently I am struggling to do this as I am so fatigued. Also when I don't work I seem unable to do much due to this terrible tiredness. I will get my bloods…
Hi I’m new to the community, but was hoping some of you may be able offer some advice re. a situation I am in. I am currently taking methotrexate & hydroxychloroquine for my RA and in January this year my consultant recommended that I should be treated with biologic therapy if this combination of treatment proved…
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