Hello to everyone

olderandstiffer

I have Fibromyalgia and Osteoarthritis but I have joined your community in order to help a dear lady who has suddenly found that her Osteoarthritis has suddenly worsened very considerably. Her hands and one of her knees have become sources of agony. I have already mentioned about referral to Occupational Therapy but she is a determined and proud lady who does not readily seek help. I don't imagine that she would be particularly please with me if she were to find out my subterfuge(done with love and care).

I have Osteoarthritis in my feet, knees and hands and fingers, combined with the Fibromyalgia, life has it's moments. It can prove very difficult to limp from one leg to the other but I always have a joke about it with my fantastic wife who is also my carer.

[Deleted User]

Hello @olderandstiffer, welcome to the online community! It's lovely to have you here and so nice that you have joined to help your friend.

You might find these links useful:

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

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/conditions/osteoarthritis-of-the-hand-and-wrist/

I see that you also have OA and fibromyalgia - please do stick around on the online community on behalf of yourself as well as your friend, it's good to talk.

Best wishes, Sarah (moderator)

olderandstiffer

Thank you so much Sarah. This is much appreciated. Take care.

Paul