Osteoarthritis in both shoulders

Brynmor
Brynmor Member Posts: 1,755
edited 4. Mar 2022, 11:51 in Living with arthritis
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  • DYD65
    DYD65 Member Posts: 2

    Hello iv been told I have osteoarthritis in both shoulders and clavicle I also have it in my back and knees. I don't think I will ever be comfortable again , I also have other health problems iv had to give up work ,I'm constantly in pain my life has become smaller I used to have my grand children but I can no longer have .

  • Anna
    Anna Moderator Posts: 1,170

    Hello @DYD65 and welcome to the online community,

    You have been diagnosed with arthritis in both shoulders and clavicle as well as in your back and knees. It's understandable that you feel your life has become smaller and you will never be comfortable again. But now you have your diagnosis, you can start to look at ways to live with your condition. Joining this community is a great start. All our members have experienced arthritis in their lives and they are happy to share their stories as well as the ways they have learned to cope. Everyone is welcoming, and I'm sure you will feel among friends as you browse through the forums. Why don't you introduce yourself on the Say Hello Forum? I've linked to the Forum where you can join in with any conversations or introduce yourself in a new post (click on the yellow box on the right)

    https://community.versusarthritis.org/categories/say-hello

    When you've just been diagnosed it can seem overwhelming with so much to take in. Versus Arthritis have published a useful page for people such as yourself who are newly diagnosed - you might find it useful:

    https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/newly-diagnosed/

    Do have a look round the forum and join in wherever you feel comfortable.

    Anna (Mod)

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  • Acephoneop
    Acephoneop Member Posts: 6

    I had arthritis in the clavicle and spurs removed on the left shoulder joint four years ago which was very successful. Now have gone private to have clavicle arthritis and shoulder problems dealt with in the right shoulder. It is through arthroscopy and recovery is very quick. I would say if they offer you shoulder surgery it is a good option and does deal with the pain factor well. best Wishes

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