Has anyone been referred to a Pain Management Clinic? I was referred 4 months ago and have my first telephone appointment with them in a couple of weeks. Just wondering what to expect as my doctor seems to think I've tried most options in terms of medication and self-help (pacing/exercising/swimming etc). I'm hoping it's…
I just wanted to sing again the praises of my GP and the the support I have had from this community. In short, I phoned my GP this Monday morning, without much hope of getting through on the phone let alone getting an appointment. I have an appointment for this afternoon with a GP who also specialises in joint problems.…
Due to medication not working i had a major flare of RA which peaked overnight in April this year. The next morning i experienced breathlessness. I immediately informed my local RA team and the consultant organised an x-ray following which my GP prescribed antibiotics, (although there were no physical symptoms of a lung…
Hi anybody tried herbal patches or any patches you can recommend please. Susy123
I have nerve pain in the bottom of my left foot with pain in my kneecap. I have started taking cocodamol today hoping it will help. Have you had this feeling in your foot? If so please get back to me. Susy123
If anyone is interested Nuffield is running a free 12 week joint pain programme. Not sure if the link will work but I found it on their Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/100064855684483/posts/pfbid02FXDYyoaAwe1nP6tqcYZKjS2GY56Gnixrj6ZfK8NKb3rxaTQ8F5FMkyoiZUG4kPcYl/?
Looking for recommendations for a consultant to do hallux limitus repair surgery, North West area Thanks in advance
I need to change the hospital where I get my medical treatment for Psoriatic Arthritis (I am on biologic and methotrexate injections). I live in SW London and would like to hear your experiences and recommendations for hospitals in London, Kent, or Surrey. Thank you
Good Morning This my first post. I have severe OA in my hips and knees. I was offered a total hip replacement 10 years ago when only 1 hip affected but I declined and decided to wait. Now 10 years later I can hardly walk am in a lot of pain and recently retired, I am now ready!! My Gp has referred me to physio triage first…
Three weeks post hip replacement stitches out last Friday. Wound healing well should I be moisturising each day, with what and how often? Forgot to ask nurse. Thanks N
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