Pain management
Hello, I'm new to the forum and was hoping you would be able to help. I have had OA for a number of years but over time it seems to be in every joint and I have just been told I have cervical spondylosis as well as lumbar and I will need a total knee replacement in a couple of years. I'm currently taking zadain 30 codeine and 500 paracetamol and diclofenic cream, which takes the edge off to start but soon wears off. I have read that Capsaicin cream is good but I'm not sure which one or if this can be obtained on prescription. Sorry for the long introduction, hoping you can help.
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Hi @skye2022 welcome to our online community where you will meet members to share tips and advice.
I understand that have had OA for some years, now affecting every joint and spondylosis as well as lumbar and will need a total knee replacement. You are taking medications and wandering if Capsaicin cream is available on prescription.
Whilst you wait to connect with our members, I have attached a couple of links from our website for you to have a look at, one about OA and the other _:
I am so glad that you found us. Do continue to post and connect with other members.
Best wishes.
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Hi @skye2022
capsaicin is prescription only so you need to ask your GP people on here absolutely swear by it although there was a shortage a while back I think.
Take care and welcome!
Toni
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