How to Deal With Arthritis

Yes, I would definitely recommend seeing a rheumatologist! My rhuematologist recommended warm parafin baths for my hands. the therapist also recommended if there is a particular part of your body that is in pain, putting it in cold water and then hot water again REALLY quickly. The temperature nerves should out-run the pain sensations.

Use magnetic devices. They take care of your total Arthritis problem. In addition to this use homeo medicine Rhus Tox.30 and also Rescue Remedy-a Bach Flower remedy if you are interested.

I know that it is very painful. I don't have nearly as much pain since I moved to a warm climate. The cold really made me hurt so badly. As you get older it gets worse, not better. I really don't have any other great secrets for less pain. My older sister also has rheumatoid arthritis and can hardly walk most of the time.

Have you let him know how you feel? Maybe he doesn't realize how much this upsets you. If he has any respect for you at all he will limit his conversations with her to a time when they are in the company of others so there will be no suspicion. Does he give you any reason to think he can't be trusted? Does he lie, cheat or steal? If not, then let him know how you feel and give him the benefit of the doubt.

I have a friend with rheumatoid arthritis, and she finds that if she swims for one day, she has three good days. A heated pool is probably best. Rheumatoid is very rough, I understand. My husband's neice was born with it, and she has had good results from Enbrel injectons. For body aches and pains a nurse told us that she uses a heated matress pad under her sheets, and we got one, it helps a lot.9 Penneys, about $60) A rheumatoligist would probably be of great benefit to you. It actually sounds as if you have both rheumatoid and osteo arthritis, because you talk about arthritis setting in where you have fallen. Good luck to yoou finding therepies that help. I have always heard that processed sugar makes the pain worse, so you might avoid that as much as possible.

Here are some suggestions for self care from the Mayo Clinic Exercise: Different types of exercise achieve different goals. Check with your doctor or physical therapist first and then begin a regular exercise program for your specific needs. Control your weight: Excess weight puts added stress on joints in your back, hips, knees and feet — the places where arthritis pain is commonly felt. Excess weight can also make joint surgery more difficult and risky. Eat a healthy diet: A healthy diet emphasizing fruit, vegetables and whole grains can help you control your weight and maintain your overall health, allowing you to deal better with your arthritis. Apply heat: Heat will help ease your pain, relax tense, painful muscles and increase the regional flow of blood. Apply cold for occasional flare-ups: Cold may dull the sensation of pain. Practice relaxation techniques: Hypnosis, guided imagery, deep breathing and muscle relaxation can all be used to control pain. Complementary and alternative medicine * Acupuncture * Copper jewelry * Nutritional supplements, including glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate * Homeopathy * Magnets * Massage http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/rheumatoid-arthritis/DS00020/DSECTION=1

My has been doing the espon salt soaks (20 minutes each night with the water as hot as she can stand it - 2 cups of espon salt). This really seems to help her out with her arthritis. She has it in her lower back and her hands. She takes Alieve too each day to help her, but she said she really feels the best after she does the soak. I don't know if this would help you, but you could give it a shot and see. Let me know if you do and it helps you out! I sure hope it does.

There are a lot of devices these days to help you with everyday living and at the same time takes less effort so you are not using the ares effected so much. Wearing proper fitting shoes to prevent falls, and as we get older (even though you are still quite young) it does make life a lot harder. But finding a good Specialist would help.

Joint pain or rheumatic pain prompts a lot people to seek medical help because of the trouble and pain that it brings. Each individual has different pain threshold level. Sometimes seeing a doctor depends upon how much pain is experienced and how it is affecting a person's life. If joint pain is experienced but without swelling or fever, generally it is safe to wait and see what happens. However, if there is constant pain that is already interfering with a person's daily activities, seeking for a doctor's exam is advisable. If joint pain is accompanied with fever, sudden and considerable swelling with severe pain, it is best to see a doctor as well. What type of doctor should you see then? A rheumatologist and an orthopedic surgeon are two types of doctors who deal with joint and muscle illnesses. Furthermore, an orthopedic surgeon focuses mostly on surgical treatment of these conditions. Although it may be appropriate to see these types of doctors, primary care doctors can very well handle non-complicated rheumatic problems and may only make referrals to specialists if the condition demands it. The major complaint about arthritis is the pain that accompanies it. Most often, medicines that you can buy over the counter are the first treatment of choice for arthritic pain. There are two types of pain relievers that are used to alleviate the pain that goes with arthritis. Not one type though is perfect for all pains but however if used correctly, both types could be beneficial. These two main types are the simple pain relievers and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (NSAIDs).

There is a vitamin called MSM that seem to help with joint pain. I hope this condition gets better for you.

I totally empathize with the you on the pain. I have had Ra since I was 12. I am taking med but would recommend a high dose of vitamin D. It has made a difference for me as well as Bee Pollen capsules.

Living in pain is a horrible way to live. I have been there, and still fight it many days. As hard as it is most days, try to do something. On my worst days, it is simply making the bed. My thought is that if I can just roll out of the bed and get it made back up, then I am still moving and living. There are some days that making the bed is the only thing I accomplish, but I can at least say that I did something. To me, the worst thing you can do is stop doing anything... For a long time (this year, actually), I wasn't living, I was just trying really hard to exist. I work full time and am single, so it has been drag myself to work or else. I have had no choice in the matter. But, it would always start with making the bed. Granted, I have a job with very flexible hours. There are a few tasks that I have to do at my office, but once those things are done, the rest of my work can be done from home. (sorry for the digression). I use heat. I burned my neck earlier this week with a rice bag heated in the microwave (so be very careful). The thing that works better than any other is a shower...as hot as you can possibly stand. That seems to get me loosened up better than anything. I avoid stairs and have really started to pay attention to activities that cause pain (some of them wait until the next day to flare up). I try my best to avois anything that has caused pain. Medicine wise, I am really not the person to ask about that. Do talk to your Dr. about the pain. Do not accept the answer of "you will have to learn to live with it." To me, that is a bunch of crock. It is a lazy answer when someone doesn't want to put forth the effort to find something that will work. There is something that will help bring you relief, I just don't know what it is...finding a doctor who will work with you is the only way to find out. After trying several different things (I felt like a medicine sample guinea pig) LOL, we found a combination that keeps my pain at bay most of the time. It has surprised me as none of the medications are scheduled/controlled meds. So...don't be afraid to insist on getting better!

Well, I think it is a really bad illness. My mother in law has it and she suffers so much! She is only 55, but walks like my 90 year old grandma! I would like to help her somehow, but it simply is not possible. We thought that she could go to take some baths in a special resort place, but I do not know if that is good either. I am sorry for you! Hope you'll find a good doctor to help you! maybe in your part of the wolrd medicine is more advanced and you can get something to make life easier! Get well!

Fish oil tablets I no many people who swear by them and one is my father and its takes a lot to convince my father that something works !! he said you will feel the difference in a week or so but they do work ......

You should go into a warm climate and do as many warm baths as you can .. i think this might help you

ask the doctor

Don't have idea how much it pain but my friends is always in pain and with medicine everyday. GOD BLESS ALL

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