Halloooo

jaclowry

Good morning everyone. I'm new on here but have had osteoarthritis for 15 years and rheumatoid arthritis was diagnosed August 2019. I'm currently on Methotrexate and Imraldi but my joints are getting worse.

Any recommendations for knee straps would be appreciated. I've tried pull on straps which curl at the ends, then I bought a Neo-G open patella strap with velcro, which doesn't fit my rather chunky leg. Any tips??

Thank you in anticipation.

Jacqui

Mike1

If you ask your GP for a referral to an OT he/she will be able to help you out, sometimes made to measure knee braces are required. It is not worth getting supports/braces that do not fit or are uncomfortable to wear.

Ellen

Good Morning @jaclowry Jacqui, welcome to the Online Community. You've had osteoarthritis for 15 years and gained Rheumatoid Arthritis in 2019.

You say your joints are getting worse and it sounds like your knee(s) are causing extra trouble if I understanding you.

I am attaching a thread on a similar subject:https://community.versusarthritis.org/discussion/comment/669164#Comment_669164

This article is a Q&A there is a question on the same subject which gives a comprehensive reply:

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/your-experiences/your-questions-answered/your-questions-on-aids-and-equipment/

I'll leave our members to share any tips they might have on the subject.

Best wishes

Ellen

jaclowry

Thanks so much Ellen, I really appreciate the help x

jaclowry

Thanks Mike. That's a great idea as I'm only wasting money at the minute.

Jacqui