Pain relief

Billy41514

Hi Everyone

Diagnosed with OA both hands and wrists with wrists being the worst, this was Diagnosed just under 2 years ago, probably because of years of Chef life, this winter has been brutal so I've been intouch with the Dr a few times, had xrays done a week ago, results back showing more damage done to the wrists and been referred to see a surgeon, in the meantime has anyone got any remedies for pain relief? I've done the usual, keeping warm, wearing my gloves and splints, taking meds but recently none of that's helped, the worst pain I've felt yet to the point it's effecting my work life and mist definitely my personal life. Any suggestions would be appreciated

Tom

Welcome to the forum, @Billy41514 . I see that you are troubled with osteoarthritis in your hands and wrists. You are waiting for a surgical consult but in the meantime are looking for help and advice on pain management.

 

Here are some links to information on our website:

 

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/treatments/surgery/hand-and-wrist-surgery/

 

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

 

I hope you find these helpful. If you have not already done so , consider asking your GP for a referral to a pain clinic.

 

Good luck and let us know how you get on.

 

Tom, Moderator.