This is a raw, personal account of the my rehab journey following a Birmingham Hip Resurfacing operation on May 23rd, 2024. Initially, I was going to do a weekly update but what scuppered that idea was when my consultant, brilliant that he is, told me two things while my legs were still numb from the anaesthetic. The first…
Hello, first of all, I am using an English translation program, so I apologize for the mistakes in my writing, get well soon everyone, I have been diagnosed with advanced hip arthritis, doctors recommend prosthesis. The interesting thing is that I have no pain, yes I can walk long distances but with my cane, I have slight…
I’m 43 and just newly diagnosed w psoriatic arthritis. I’m depressed. Haven’t started medication.
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
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