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Online Information Session - 19th June
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Val's Cafe
Dear Mods When we get our new cafe can it be called Val's Cafe please. She hit on a great idea doing this and we are so glad she did. It gives us a place to go to meet up and natter about anything. It is also a popular place. So can it be called Val's Cafe please Mods. Trish xxxx
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New Hip Day
My new hip is finally about to happen(!) so someone suggested it might be helpful to others for me to keep a bit of a blog going. It's good to know that despite the 4.7m on waiting lists (don't get me started...) that things are showing signs of moving again. We can only hope they start making serious in roads to helping…
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Hip replacement, living alone and with responsibility for pet.
I’m going in for my hip replacement in two weeks’ time and thought it might be helpful to share some of the preparation I’ve had to do, especially as I live alone in a house with stairs and own a cat, whose needs also have to be catered for. I’ve found the discussions on this forum really helpful for preparing, but…
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Hello
Hi all I have not messaged on here before but have had the app for over a year. I have Ax-Spa starting out on one treatment and now on an alternative which I began yesterday. Weirdly I'm experiencing an inner thigh pain but not the side I injected, so walking is a bit painful…hoping it will ease off. This weekend I'm…
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Hip and knee replacements - NHS consultant / registrar question
I'm wondering how many of you were actually seen by your consultant surgeon before you had your hip or knee replacement on the NHS, or were you seen only by registrars, and didn't see him/her until the actual operation?
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newly diagnosed
Hello my name is colin, I have just been diagnosed by my gp as having RA,which i am kinda glad that i at least know what is wrong. Just wondered if anyone had similar early symtoms to myself. I had what was believed to be gout about 2 years ago lasting for a month and then for last 2 years have been suffering from frozen…
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oa
Good morning, I have had oa in my left hand and left knee for quite a few years but was recently put on 20mg of a statin for cholesterol. Within a couple of weeks my oa was getting worse and now 4 weeks later my feet, ankles, knees and hands are flaring up. Hard doing stares my feet burn and my hands are very stiff and…
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best food chopper 2025 | Expert Advice
I’ve been researching the best food chopper for the past few days because I need one to save time during meal prep. I read reviews on the New York Times (Wirecutter), Consumer Reports, and Popular Mechanics, and they all seem to agree on these two top picks: MuellerLiving Immersion Hand Blender Full Set (link removed)…
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Arthrosamid
Hi, I’m Gloria and have severe knee arthritis and now need knee replacements, however before going through this, I have come across, via the internet, this new injectable treatment called Arthrasomid, a recently licensed treatment for knee osteoarthritis. It’s not yet available on the NHS and is quite expensive privately.…
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MSK full assessments?
I was referred to the MSK team a few months ago as I was having problems with OA on my right foot. However, the physio I saw at my surgery, who referred me, said that, as I had OA in numerous joints and was also concerned about my neck, that they would do a full assessment when I saw them and I was happy about this. I'm 79…
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Osteoarthritis of the knee
Hi everyone, this is my first post and it’s so amazing to feel part of a community and have so much help available. I’m 72 and three months ago I’d have said I was one of the fittest and most active amongst my peers and many of the younger generation. I’ve done Yoga all my adult life, including some teaching, I walk the…
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Partner recently diagnosed with RA
Hi everyone, I’m new here as my partner has recently been diagnosed with RA. He started methotrexate last week so very early stages of this awful crippling disease.
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Eight weeks after RHT
Well eight weeks have flown past and today I was able to walk to Tesco and back without crutches. It's great. Been massaging my wound in circular motions with E45 which helps so much and I can feel less bumps every day. Physio helps loads too. So thankful to NHS and my God Jesus who heals through prayer and faith.
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Starting new meds and petrified
Hi everyone, I hope today is a good day. I'm newly diagnosed and have been prescribed hydroxychloroquine. I don't know much about it, my consultant just sent a script to pharmacy. Thing is I'm petrified to start it. I'm looking for other people to tell me if they are ok on this medicine. I was fine before coming to live at…
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Bee venom
Hi, seen a lot of marketing etc on social media about bee venom, and the benefits it has with arthritis sufferers. anyone tried it and have any feed back? Thanks.
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Do pain relief gizmos really work?
I keep seeing ads for "Paingone Plus" (a TENS pen) and "Grounding Mats" (which supposedly use the earth's natural healing properties both for pain relief and to aid sleep). The reviews are almost always positive, but I'm still wary of parting with my money. So, just wondering if anyone here has direct experience of one or…
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Takayasu arteritis
Hi there just wondering if anyone out there has takayasu that can share their experience with the condion with me. I was diagnosed in Nov 24 with it but just a week or so of being diagnosed I took another bad stroke that has affected my sight. I've had at least 4 strokes within a year of my first one Jan 24. Any feedback…
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Let’s Talk Food & Diet — Know the Risks!
Eating healthy is important, but there are some real threats we often overlook: Misinformation spreads fast — not all diet tips online are safe. Food allergies can be life-threatening — always check ingredients. Fad diets may lead to nutrient deficiencies. Not everyone has access to affordable healthy food. Overemphasis on…
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Coffee and Osteoarthritis – Is There a Connection?
Hi everyone, I recently came across some information suggesting that caffeine might play a role in the development or worsening of osteoarthritis. As a result, I’ve decided to give up coffee — or at least, I’m trying to. I was a heavy coffee drinker, so this has been a big change for me. Interestingly, I used to wake up…
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Has Anyone Tried the Carnivore Diet for Osteoarthritis Pain Relief?
I’m currently dealing with daily pain, especially in my hips, knees, legs, shoulder, and hands. I know my weight is a contributing factor, and I have quite a bit to lose. Unfortunately, due to the pain, I now live a very sedentary lifestyle, so exercise isn’t really an option right now.I’m hoping to find a way to kickstart…
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Loneliness
Hi all, I was diagnosed with JIA aged 1, and I’m now 22. I have since been diagnosed with a further 4 autoimmune diseases and I have been feeling extremely isolated as none of my peers can relate to some of the things I have experienced or continue to experience in my daily life. I was wondering if anyone else feels like…
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Has anyone successfully postponed or avoided hip surgery?
Hi, I'm new to this forum and site - am so glad to have found such a useful site. I have had Osteoarthritis for about 2 years in the hips (I suspect maybe shoulder too occasionally). To cut a long story short, I was initially in quite a lot of pain, now hardly any pain but it does limit mobility. Can't put on socks,…
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My THR recovery diary
After a long day, my operation took place at 5 pm. I was a nervous wreck all day but the op was amazing. The theatre team were fab. I even saw my old hip bone and the reason I was suffering so much with it. Exposed bone and extra bone growth. How I wasn't in more constant pain I really don't know. Back in my room now ,…
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What to expect before, during and after surgery
I live in Portugal and have heard only favourable things about surgery here. I have been told I need two new knees, and have been put on a waiting list. The waiting time is 6 to 12 months. I have no idea what to expect. I have been told in the UK that I cannot have general anaesthetic due to atrial fibrillation. My house…
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