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Osteoarthritis
hi I am just wondering when you walk do your knee make a noise while you are walking
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Hi 👋 newbie here
Hi, I have been suffering with Arthritis for 4 years now. Finally convinced my gp to send me to surgeon after steroid injections stopped working. I’m 44 and have been told I have end stage in both knees. I have undergone bariatric surgery as they said it was down to excess weight. I have lost 10 stone in the last 12 months…
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Hot weather
Has anyone noticed an increase in pain and inflammation whilst we have this lovely weather. My Knee feels swollen and tight, but with work and a busy home not much rest time.
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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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New member
Hi, I have recently been diagnosed at the age of 43 with Osteoarthritis and sclerosis in one of my knees. I'm looking forward to finding my way around the forum for help and support. I need to lose weight and I'm currently on a waiting list for physio, I have about another 3mth wait for my first appt!
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Knee replacement concerns New member
Hi, I'm Jane, am 65 and have severe osteoarthritis in both knees and after years of putting up with it, decided I need to look into knee replacements. I saw my consultant last week who put me on the waiting list for the first one to be done. I'm keen to know if there are any tips anyone has for me pre and post op.
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Hello
Hello everyone, just wanted to introduce myself. I have osteoarthritis in both knees and hands. November 24 I had a TKR as bone on bone after over 2 years of pain. It took a while to heal but doing well now, just a little tight and stiff sometimes. I need a partial on my left knee. Currently take amitriptyline and…
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Pain management
Doctor put me on co-codamol for arthritis pain. Saw another Dr today as pain worsened & I need to put the TENS on just to walk from work to the bus stop that takes me 20mins & anyone else 5mins . She looked shocked but basically said that I'm on top dose of co-codamol, didn't want to start me on the slippery slope of…
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Re : Osteoarthritis of the knee
Hi , can everyone give me some recommendations on how you manage osteoarthritis in your knees. I’m 23, and have recently been diagnosed , and at this moment in time I have lots of swelling and redness of my knees which is causing me so much pain. What tips do you have to manage the pain, and reduce swelling. Also , has…
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CBD Oil Amitriptyline
Hi. Couple of questions. Does anyone on here take CBD Oil or capsules to relieve pain of osteoarthritis? What dose? Does it work? Can it be safely taken with Amitriptyline.? Do people take Amitriptylin? What dose? Does it work? Asking as I am currently on 10mg daily Amitriptyline prescribed for Neuropathy not…
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Zero carbohydrates - does this help?
Could anyone please tell me if they have experienced a reduction in pain levels for osteoarthritis when following the 'carnivore' diet….zero carbohydrates? I'm overweight which I know doesn't help, but I'm in so much pain daily now, predominantly hips, knees, legs in general, shoulder and hand. I know losing weight would…
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Tips while waiting for a knee replacement
My 70 year old dad has suffered with gout, DVT and osteoarthritis for over 40 years. He is currently waiting on a knee replacement (date of operation TBC), after having a hip replacement in 2021. Is there anything I can do to make him more comfortable? He struggles to get out of seats, cars and bed. He also has severe pain…
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Is there anyone else who's arthritis has got worse after having Covid?
Hi everyone, First time poster here. I've lived with osteoarthritis in my ankle since I was 23 and have been really positive about my life and able to do most things, called my limp a "happy hop" to help inspire older hospital patients that they could walk faster than me and make them feel better. However, the more times I…
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Knee treatment
Has anyone had / been offered an Arthrosamid injection for knee OA ? Suggested to me by Benenden Hospital, and I see it's available at two other local private hospitals, though I gather not yet on the NHS. But apart from the glowing testimonials ( of course) on the Arthrosamid website, nobody so far has been able to provid…
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Welllife natural knee patches
Has anyone had any success with using natural knee patches? I have just had a major flare up and am waiting to see a specialist but need to do something now to ease the pain and stiffness but am confused by all the different products that appear to offer almost instant relief
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Arthrosamid. Can anyone help please
Hi there. I had an Arthrosamid injection in my right knee two weeks ago. Brief history is 3 x arthroscopy for medial meniscus tears (sport related). Grade 3 OA now. I’m 51. Have tried Ostenil Plus with some but limited effect. Probably heading towards partial knee replacement in future but wanted to try Arthrosamid to push…
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Help
hi iam having a painful flare up at the moment can you give me tips to get me through this. Iam new to the forum
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increased joint pain with bp medication
I was put on medication for high blood pressure in early March and pain jn my knee and foot joints has increased hugely. I've tried two different types, now kn an ACE inhibitor, but the stiffness snd aching remains. Feels as if someone poured cement into my legs and like there's a compression band around legs from the…
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Can arthritis spread
I have osteoarthritis in both knees. I have had one arthroscopy and due for another. Apparently I'm too your for knee replacements even though my surgeon said I need them. Recently I have got pain to my elbow area. It is not due to using crutches as I don't use them full time. I asked to see a Dr about my arm and the…
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PRP
I have osteoarthritis on both knee for over ten years now , I have been great with managing the pains but is getting worse over the years now. l received PRP- Platelets Rich Plasma into my knee and ever since I got the injection , the pains inside my knee increases, not sure what going on with the knee: I had this…
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Knee osteoarthritis
Hello, I'm new to this forum. I've had pain in one knee, gradually getting worse, for 14 years and had an arthroscopy 12 years ago. I've had 3 X-rays on the knee showing gradual degeneration over the years, the last a year ago. I've had 2 steroid injections since last June, the 2nd of which only gave pain relief for a few…
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Hello all!
Hi there, I got my diagnosis yesterday for osteoarthritis in the knee. I am 32 and also have sciatica and nerve damage in the spine. My mind is all over the place right now and not sure how to feel about the diagnosis. I’d like to talk to people who know what it’s like and maybe get some information and helpful tips in…
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Joint pain - not getting far with GP
After going back and to for several years, I've recently been diagnosed with osteoarthritis of the knee following x-ray and blood test referral from the GP "just a wear and tear disease" was how the GP described it to me which I'm not too happy about having read more information on this website. I've been waiting for a…
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Physio appointment
I was diagnosed with OA in one knee last October and as the pain got worse and unable to drive, I got a steroid injection quite quickly, and understood I would be able to rebook as easily if needed. Just After the 3 months the steroid is supposed to last, I have started my second flare. I contacted local doctors to arrange…
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Osteoarthritis of the Knee
Hi, I just joined. Looking for advice. I have osteoarthritis in my knee and I keep trying different things. Nothing seems to work so far. Does anyone have anything that's helped them.
