Newly Diagnosed

woodlandwalker

Hello, I was diagnosed with moderate Osteoarthritis in both hips, but worse on the right, last week. Physio treatment has made it worse and it's painful and restricting my movement. Hard sometimes to wash my feet in the shower, put on my socks and even sit on the toilet. I'm quite frightened because my mother was really crippled with the same condition. I don't know what my future will be.

PeterJ

Hello @woodlandwalker and welcome to the community. We are a friendly and supportive group and I hope that that will be your experience as well.

I understand that you have Osteoarthritis in your hips and worried about what the future holds. Our website has a lot of useful information and a search facility and I would suggest having a look around. Also you are not alone and I am sure that others on this community will share their experiences and support as well. In the meantime have a look at the following which may be of help.

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/managing-symptoms/emotional-wellbeing/

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/conditions/osteoarthritis-oa-of-the-hip/

We also have a Helpline who can provide some guidance, though they are not medical personnel, if you have any specific questions.

https://www.versusarthritis.org/get-help/

In the meantime please do keep posting and let us know how you get on, and I am sure others will connect with you as well

With very best wishes

Peter

woodlandwalker

Thank you, Peter. I will have a look.