Hi Newbie here

Doug15

Hi all just over 2 years ago i was very ill with covid put me in a coma for 5 weeks and left me with 70% lung function so i get out of breath when walking but mainly going up a slope, add to that about a year ago i was diagnosed with severe Osteo in my left knee But my consultant is against surgery (because of my lungs) and only recommended pain relief in the form of paracetemol to start with 2 tabs 4 times aday ! with my other meds i felt that was not on so take 1 or 2 in a morning and 1 at bed time which works ok , I also use turmeric oil massaged into my knee in the morning which in my case really does seem to help If i dont do any activities during the day gardening or out shopping i do a 1 k walk and time my self sometimes with a stick some times with out

Poppyjane

Hello @Doug15 welcome to the online community,

You had a severe reaction to Covid which has left you with reduced lung capacity and now OA in your knee. You are keeping active with gardening, shopping or walking which is the best treatment in order to keep your joints and muscles as mobile as possible.

As the colder days approach and outdoor activity is not so appealing you might be interested in the range of exercise videos which many members find useful and fun. Have you considered swimming as an activity, it is really good to help with breathing and of course weightless exercise, you don't always have to be doing lengths of the pool!

I attach some links which I hope you will find useful

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

https://www.versusarthritis.org/news/2022/december/top-tips-for-swimming-with-arthritis/

https://www.versusarthritis.org/news/2021/october/new-stretching-videos-to-help-keep-moving-and-manage-your-arthritis/

There is also cycling as a low impact form of exercise that you might consider.

We are really glad you found us and hope that you will enjoy the support and friendship that the community has to offer. We look forward to hearing from you again soon.

Take care

Poppyjane