Arthritis in lower spine and pelvic region. Any advice on pain relief?

Malpins

Hello. I have recently joined this group.

I have arthritis in my lower spine and pelvic region. I am trying to keep.up my activities, e.g bowling and petanque, but cannot play as long as it gets painful. I use ibuprofen gel, take paracetamol and ibuprofen. I also use a back support belt and a heated belt. I'm taking magnesium and turmeric supplements. I have not been advised as to the best pain relief for arthritis. Any suggestions? Should my GP have advised other meds?

chrisb

Hi @Malpins,

Welcome to the versus arthritis forum.

These links will take you to some useful information to help with your pain relief:

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

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

I hope you also receive some useful input from forum members.

Best wishes

ChrisB (Moderator)