Hello, I'm new, was diagnosed on Monday with osteoarthritis of the knee, but also have a pain in left hand between thumb and next finger. Seeing the doctor on 9th October to discuss the diagnosis and way forward I assume.
I think I'm looking for ideas on how other people coped with the pain/what pain relief they first started on/general wellbeing etc.
I have suffered with fibromyalgia for 10 years but that was spasmodic/flare ups not the constant pain I find myself in atm which is a bit upsetting
Sorry for the long blurb
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and welcome to the community. Sorry to hear about your diagnosis but it is good you are going to see the Dr again soon. There a lots of different ways of managing the pain, these include medication, and other techniques like using heat and cold. Here is a link you might find useful https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/managing-symptoms/managing-your-pain/
I am sure some of our members will also share their experience with you. Lets us know how you get on and also ask as many questions as you like, that is what we are here for
Best Wishes
Sharon
I have pain in my thumbs and was offered an op,and have had injections in then, but at the moment I use splints the ones that reach the wrist , because I also have OA in them.. they are so comfy once you do the Velcro up..but not to worn all the time..I hope you can find something to help
Barbara