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Newly Diagnosed Hip osteoarthritis
Hello After many years of hip pain and despite previous normal x-rays, physio and chiropractor involvement, I have been diagnosed with mild to moderate arthritis in my left hip. I feel that I couldnt have done any more to resolve my pain. is it a given that I will develop it in my right hip also as I now have pain in that…
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Sleep
Hi, I have osteoarthritis in both knees and I am currently struggling to sleep at night as I just cannot get comfortable. I have one of those sleep pillows to put between my knees but it doesn't help for long. I am constantly tired and although my husband, bless him, is a deep sleeper, I do feel bad for constantly moving…
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Losing mobility
I have recently been diagnosed with severe osteoarthritis in both knees and left shoulder. A few months ago I was active and mobile. Now I need a rollator to get from room to room downstairs. I have to sit down to wash up etc. To get upstairs I have to crawl. Is this normal and what can I do. Thanks for reading . Helen
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Post Trapeziectomy Hand Therapy
Hi All I hope this is permitted, I have attached here the PDF document my brilliant hand therapist gave me in 2020 which I stuck to religiously and it works. @Zuccho77 following our chats on your threads you might like to try these. I hope others find it useful. Please ignore the notes in the margins - recovery isn't a one…
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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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Just had my PIP reassessment form
Thought these would get easier but finding it hard to fill in. Why? Because I no longer am under any medical help or Physiotherapy. I have had two knee replacements and still trying to get fitter with active health sessions and more walking. I still work part time in a busy school kitchen. I have arthritis in all my joints…
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Financial support
Hi. I am patient of osteoarthritis in left toe joint it is very painful and discomfort in walking. I am student I am struggling for living expenses and university fees I was working part time but I have to leave it due to mobility problems. I want to raise funds for my study and to bear my living expenses can you please…
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New one
Hi I am patient of osteoarthritis in left toe joint it is badly affecting my mobility.
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Ankle replacement or fusion?
Hi All. I'm heading towards having an ankle replacement or fusion. I'm 65 and also have OA in my knees, lumbar spine and one hand so am nervous about my ability to cope post op. Obviously it depends what my surgeon thinks but has anyone pros and cons of their own experience please? In my head Im 35, I'm still working and…
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new member
Hello I'm new to the group. I suffer with Osteoarthritis in both thumbs and my right hip. I also have GTPS in right hip and lower back - pain (suspected osteoarthritis in back) . I'm lucky to be having hydrotherapy and physiotherapy ( probably more for the GTPS than the O.A ) but it is slowly helping. I've recently had…
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Pain management
Hi, new to the site. Recommended by my physiotherapist. Could anyone recommend an effective pain relief medication? I have just tried co-codamal but no help.
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Managing post op pain
seven days post total left hip replacement
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Newbie - making the decision for surgery
Hi I'm newly registered and this is my story I've had intermittent pain in left hip since early 2023 and eventually went for Xray in August 2024 when it was waking me up; this confirmed moderate OA in both hips but was otherwise able to continue with an active life including outdoor (hill walking etc). A second Xray in…
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OA
Hi everyone I am Janet and I am 48 and for the last 7 years or so I have had chronic pain in my left hip that was often brushed off as wear and tear, ligament pain and all other excuses, was always sent for xrays and was always told it was wear and tear, In 2019 I had a hysterectomy and felt that made it worse, I dont know…
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Hello
Hi everyone just introducing myself, I have recently been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis in my hands and feet but have been living with osteoarthritis for about 12 years , I am in constant pain and can barely walk I'm 56 years old I have had physio 4 times and they still won't refer me to a surgeon to maybe get a hip…
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Best hand massager, expert helps to choose
I have researched the best hand massagers for the past few days to find the perfect one for daily use. I read expert reviews from reputable sources like Healthline, Verywell Health, and Wirecutter, two models consistently stand out as top recommendations: CINCOM Hand Massager [link removed] QUINEAR Hand Massager [link…
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Hip OA and Hip Dysplasia
Hi all, I am recently diagnosed with OA in my right hip, which as been caused by undetected hip dysplasia, from birth. My consultant called it moderate-severe OA, from my x-ray and MRI results. In April'25, I received a steroid injection which has seemed to work, however when I walk more than I used to (30 minutes instead…
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Hip Surgery with other medical conditions, any luck finding a surgeon?
Hallo everyone, I am new and this is my first post. I would like to sound out opinions about the pros and cons of relatively complex hip surgery. I am 78. In 2020 I was diagnosed with Chronic Myelo-Monocytic Leukaemia, for which I am on watch and wait with no treatment. I have for a number of years had pain in my upper…
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Diagnosis to surgery pathway
Just diagnosed with osteoarthritis in my right hip, which has developed and worsened considerably in the last 5 months. Could osteoarthritis have been caused/triggered by a fall on to my hip while hiking in Wales 5 months ago? I don't recall any problems before this, but maybe my hip was deteriorating and I just wasn't…
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Hip replacement in Greece
Hello from a newbie, I live in rural Greece, in the Peloponnese, with my husband and our lovely dog, Emmy. I've recently been diagnosed with osteoarthritis in both hips and knees. It was a bit of a shock I must say! Apparently, I have level 4 (whatever that means?) in my right hip and have been advised that a hip…
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Looking for a hand massager for arthritis in hands
Hello everyone! My hands have been feeling stiff and sore lately, and I am thinking about trying a hand massager. There seem to be so many types like glove-style with heat, small handheld vibration ones, or even simple rollers. I am not sure what actually works best for arthritis. Has anyone here found a particular type or…
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Living with arthritis
Hi all thank you for letting me join the group I suffer with osteoarthritis in both knees my hips and spine thankfully only mild in spine but due to my age am 47 I've had 3 operations on my left knee to try and help but nothing has worked and they won't do a replacement till am 50 they have basically told me nothing more…
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Meds not working
Hi im tony 52. I have osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia. Extensive pain in all joints ( worse in hips knees ankles feet wrists and elbows) My medication just doesn't work. II've Had this for 2 years. And it keeps getting worse with reduced mobility. I am on 1000mg naproxen. 120mg duluxetine. Ameprazol. And 8 x cocodamol a…
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My Knee Replacement Experience in Mexico
My name is William. For years, I built things with my hands as a carpenter. My work was my passion, but it also wore out my body, especially my left knee. The dull ache became a constant, grinding pain. I couldn't walk without a limp, and I had to stop doing the work I loved. Doctors in Portland diagnosed me with severe…
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Need Total hip replacement at 55
I developed pain in my growing about a year ago and three months ago was told by a consultant orthopaedic surgeon that I need a hip replacement. In a year I have gone from being very adventurous and active, yoga, swimming and cycling and working full time to being off sick and only able to walk short distances. The pain is…