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shush

Hi, I’ve lived with rheumatoid arthritis for twenty years and struggling to cope now. I can’t sleep, I nod off for a few minutes but pain constantly wakes me up. Any suggestions?

NormaS

Hi I’ve just joined after receiving the newsletter and doing the online exercises. I have bad osteoarthritis in one knee and will have to have a knee replacement probably within the next year. I am fortunate to have a brilliant physio who is ensuring I stay fit and mobile.

PJoanne

Hello @shush and @NormaS ,

Welcome to the forum.

Here is some information about Knee replacements for you @NormaS :

https://versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/treatments/surgery/knee-replacement-surgery/

And here is some general information about living well with arthritis for you @shush :

https://versusarthritis.org/news/2022/april/everyday-tips-for-living-with-arthritis/

@shush - Perhaps see your GP or rheumy team about managing pain levels and getting some sleep (so important!).

Best to you both, Joanne