Hi. I've just come back from a class in the hospital (South Wales) about how to be prepared for surgery. I'm shocked that the nurses running the course said we will not need physiotherapy after getting out from the hospital, just doing the recommended exercises would be enough. Whaaat? I had my other leg done in January…
Hi all. Looking for some advice/research and questions to use. Recently diagnosed with OA, the initial consultation and X-ray indicated OA and ACL (2nd rupture). Consultant had at this meeting suggested osteotomy was my option to prevent/delay TKR which aged 38 isnt a good option (especially as a PE teacher). Further…
Hi, This is my first post. My knee arthritis pain has got a lot worse in the last 6 months. I was prescribed Naproxen by my GP. I have also been given an injection by an orthopedic consultant. Neither of which seem to have made much difference. I'm wondering who I should go back to for advice on what to try next. Should I…
Good morning, I am new here and Happy New Year! I am a Brit and live for work in The Netherlands. I have been told I have to have a full Right hip replacement. Thankfully my surgeon and all the staff speak amazing English! My question here today, is I have been given a list of equipment I need to rent for my house for…
My right hip was replaced in September 21. A successful operation and a straightforward recovery. A few months later I was diagnosed with breast cancer, which quickly became stage 4. I have been battling the after effects of an immunotherapy related adverse event and the consequences of 9 months of high dose steroids for…
4 months of exercises after being told i have oa in knees. All that's happened during that time is that calves, hamstrings, quads and ankles are now really painfull too and my knees are no better. Have another physio appointment next week. Should I be expecting this process to continue or should I ask for 2nd opinion,…
Fourteen weeks post hip replacement surgery and all has gone fairly well until now - I'm now experiencing more achiness and stiffness in the hip and thigh and am sometimes limping again. I've had two follow-up appointments cancelled and only saw the consultant two weeks after the op. Has anyone experienced increased pain…
Hi, I have just joined. I am 47 with spinal damage from arthritis. I always thought I could conquer my illness, it has stunned me that I can’t and I have hit rock bottom. I reached out to V arthritis and they told me about this community. I’m sorry you are all in pain 🥹 I’m here to feel less alone x
Hi, I have just joined. I am 47 with spinal damage from arthritis. I always thought I could conquer my illness, it has stunned me that I can’t and I have hit rock bottom. I reached out to V arthritis and they told me about this community. I’m sorry you are all in pain 🥹 I’m here to feel less alone x - clear
I was diagnosed with psoriasis arthritis about 18 months ago. I was on methotrexate tablets then moved onto injections until I was on 25mg injections. I was constantly feeling sick and even vomiting on it. I was then taken off it and put on sulfafalazine. Lasted 3 weeks on that but it made me that sick I nearly ended up in…
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