Not sure

HappyH0402

Hi I haven’t officially been diagnosed with arthritis, but after seeing a chiropractor regarding hip and back pain he is going to send a report to my Doctor to suggest a referral to osteopaths and an mri.

After reading some of the discussions I don’t see much hope in the way of pain relief.

currently I take nothing as nothing was working. I do take duloxetine but that’s primarily for my mental health.

I am only 40 and just feel my back and hip pain is ruling my life.

ToneBlues

Hi @HappyH0402

Welcome to the online community.

I see from what you tell us that you experience significant back and hip pain and have found it difficult to get any relief. We see that you are getting a referral which will hopefully lead to a clear diagnosis.

Can I suggest you look at the following -

The "Managing your symptoms" section of this page and this page

Also -

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/managing-symptoms/managing-your-pain/

Don't forget to look after yourself! This page offers some time-tested advice about emotionally healthful activities.

Thank you for asking our community to help with you - please feel free to join in other discussions on the community and ask others for help.

Very best wishes

@ToneBlues

HappyH0402

Thank you 🙏