I have been suffering from osteoarthritis for a number of years with it getting progressively worse. Last year I capitulated and bought a mobility scooter which enabled me to join my husband on walks. However, in April this year I suffered a pulmonary embolism and was put on warfarin. I was also taken off NSAIDS. My arthritis has gotten so much worse since then. I went to see an orthopaedic surgeon last week for help but because of my weight (unable to exercise) and the fact I'm on blood thinners I am not allowed a knee replacement. The X-rays they took have done some damage to my right knee and I am currently bed bound as I just cannot put any weight on the knee. Does anyone know of any painkillers I can use with warfarin? I currently take tramadol and paracetamol for the pain. Also is there any alternative therapy I can use concurrently.
Apologies for such a long first post but I am without hope at the moment and cannot see a way through the situation I find myself in.