Ask the expert: newly diagnosed with arthritis?

Brynmor

Feeling overwhelmed when newly diagnosed with arthritis or an MSK condition?

We spoke to GP, Dr Natasha Usher about the questions she’s frequently asked by patients who’ve been recently diagnosed.

https://www.versusarthritis.org/news/2020/november/ask-the-expert-newly-diagnosed-with-arthritis/

jml66

I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis last year in hands feet spine and hips. I think it's also in my shoulders. Is the pain likely to get worse or can it stay pretty stable? I try not to rely on painkillers but try to keep moving as much as possible. Any more tips you can give me please?

Thanks

Janet

chrisb

Hi @jml66

Welcome to the forum.

Members are a very welcoming and knowledgeable bunch so I'm sure you'll receive some useful tips.

The newly diagnosed article at the top of this discussion is worth a read. Similarly, this article should be informative:

https://www.versusarthritis.org/search?query=Osteoarthritis

I would encourage you to join in with other discussions in the forum where you feel it appropriate for example:

https://community.versusarthritis.org/categories/living-with-arthritis-forum

I hope you receive some useful feedback.

ChrisB (Moderator)