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Ginny123

Hi I’m new here and looking for some help and advice. Following on from my 5 year all clear of Cancer the medication led to a diagnosis of fibromyalgia and arthritis.

my biggest problem at present are my toes, knees and ankles, constantly clicking when I walk and the pain keeps me awake at night.

Any tips please ? 💜

Ellen

Hi @Ginny123

Welcome to the online community. Congratulations on getting 5 years all clear of cancer that is really good news.

I see from your post that you have now been diagnosed with Fibromyalgia and Arthritis. You have certainly come to the right place to get tips to manage the conditions.

I am going to attach a couple of links which might be of use to you. I also suggest you have a good look around the forum - use the search icon top right hand side of the page if it helps - and join in any relevant thread if you want to.

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/conditions/knee-pain/

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/exercising-with-arthritis/exercises-for-healthy-joints/exercises-for-the-toes-feet-and-ankles/

Living with Arthritis tends to be the most popular category after Say Hello.

My very best wishes

Ellen.

frogmorton

Hi @Ginny123

Welcome from me too.

I don't know if it might help but your GP might prescribe a slow release painkiller/anti-inflammatory which might make sleeping a bit easier?

Also some of us use pillows strategically placed they can help us get more comfortable.

Nothing worse than not being able to sleep at night.

https://www.versusarthritis.org/media/23156/sleep-information-booklet.pdf

I hope that link works

Take care

Toni x