New to rheumatoid arthritis

milburn46

I’m three months into being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, I take methotrexate 6 tablets, I’m still a lot of pain when walking up and down stairs and walking to far the pain and stiffness is in my heels and ankles, I get horrendous fatigue, I work in a restaurant on my feet all day what’s best to do

HelenS

Hi @milburn46 Welcome to the Online Community

You have been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and are struggling with pain and fatigue. A lot of people with RA experience the same issues with pain and fatigue and this can make joint stiffness feel more severe and limiting.

There are things that can help including planning your time wisely and eating a healthy diet, but also trying to make sure you get enough good quality sleep.

I have attached some links which I hope you will find useful.

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

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

Please take the time to have a look round the community, hopefully you will find lots of support here, but do let us know how you get on

Best wishes Helen