Is there anyone out there with arthritis of the hip who has tips for managing the move from sitting to standing without that excruciating pain? It's happening more and more and can take upwards of thirty seconds to be able to actually put weight on my "bad" hip so I can walk. It's getting embarrassing at work in meetings…
The OA in my ankle has become a lot more painful in the past couple of months. I am no longer prescribed Naproxen, which has probably made matters worse. Does anyone know if an ankle support will help? And does anyone know of one that actually does? I don't want to waste time and money buying things only to find I'm no…
Are there any patches that are really good for knees
I am waiting for hip replacement as hip is bone on bone. Only medication that has any effect is Meloxicam - it takes the edge off the pain. Only problem is I worry about taking it as it has so many side effects. Any advice?
Hi everyone I have found it hard too come to terms with my conditions and the effect it can have on your life So just here for some chat support and ideas cheers. Jamber
Hello - I'm a 59 year old chap who, since around September last year, has been pretty much housebound thanks to the OA in my right knee. Luckily I work from home (journalist) or I'd be stuffed. My mobility is compromised not only thanks to the knee pain/stability, but also down to me having had extensive spinal surgery two…
Hi all, Can anyone recommend a brand of kitchen knives, in particular a veg prep knife? I have hunted for the OXO good grips ones, but they seem to be unavailable. The RA in my hands is being particularly troublesome, and food prep is proving challenging. Any suggestions welcome!
Hello All, Well, I’m three weeks post knee replacement and can say without a doubt that things are and can only get better! The first two week’s weren’t good but didn’t expect anything else. I’ve been comparing it with my hip replacement on the other side nine years ago. I felt far more positive after that because it was…
Hi All I’m in the middle of a flare, back on steroids but for the first time ever I have been having excoriating stomach pains. I’ve been on steroids 3 times since last year and never had this before. I also noticed that my pain, muscle aches and general symptoms from the awful myosotis disease are worse than before I was…
Hi all i've just joined the community after being told i need a hip replacement by my consultant, im 57 and this is all a bit of a shock. I have a great physio who agrees i will need both hips replaced at some point however I only have pain and restriction in one. Im struggling to decide what constitutes enough…
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