Sacroiliac joint arthritis

Urbansynergi

Hello I’m new here, I’ve been diagnosed since 2020 & have found it difficult to come to terms with. Particularly as I had to give up my highly stressful job as I couldn’t balance that with chronic pain and stiffness therefore been unemployed since & refused pip/esa. I need to find a job but have gained huge anxiety that’s scared to apply as I struggle with confidence as I struggled so much last time.

Tom

Welcome to the forum, @Urbansynergi . I see from your post that in 2020 you were given a diagnosis of sacroiliac joint arthritis. The pain and stiffness made it impossible for you to continue your stressful job, this, together with being refused PIP has led to financial hardship and great anxiety.  

Here are some links to information on our website that hopefully you will find helpful: 

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

https://www.versusarthritis.org/news/2022/march/five-ways-to-help-manage-back-pain/

https://www.versusarthritis.org/policy/our-policy-positions/employment-and-work/

As you browse the forum, I am sure that you will find stories that provide comfort and inspiration.

Take care, good luck and let us know how you get on.

Tom, Moderator

Urbansynergi

Thank you Tom sorry for the late reply, I’m having a relapse flare up feels like gravity is squishing the base of my spine atm 🥹

I will take a look at the information links you posted I’ve even downloaded the app to record my levels as due for steroid injection next month so will be seeing the pain management consultant ☺️