2007-02-14 18:42:23 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
my arthritis is from advanced Lyme disease. i take aspirin or tylenol daily as needed. ibuprofin or other otc pain relievers would work as well for most people. i have also found that staying active helps keeps my joints, especially my knees, loose and less painful. i walk a lot and do non stressful excercises- such as when i have to sit for more than a few minutes i will do slow leg lifts to keep my knees from becoming too stiff. glocosamine tablets are said to help by helping restore some of the normal lubrication to the joints. your doctor has a variety of prescription medications available, but research carefully before using them as many have side effects that may not be tolerable. hope this helps.
2007-02-14 23:44:42 · answer #1 · answered by northcountry57 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have had osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis for years and years. I have a very supportive group of doctors: my primary care physician, a bone and joint group of orthopedic surgeons and a spine surgeon. I take Voltaren, Neurontin, Soma and Lortab. I've had a knee and hip replacement, a lumbar surgery and a cervical discectomy. I'm very limited in what I can do but I do everything I can do and keep as active as possible. To stop moving is to lose the fight! I am very careful to maintain a good sense of humor and stay in close contact with family and friends. I use a rollator to walk outside my apartment and a small walker in my home. I use a riser on the commode, grab bars and a bath seat. The most important is to keep my faith in God strong.
2007-02-15 08:28:37 · answer #2 · answered by missingora 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a total knee replacement. I feel great and the arthritis pain is gone.
2007-02-15 21:19:01 · answer #3 · answered by blzabobb 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-02-17 08:12:29 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a book that teaches about muscles, pain and referred pain anywhere in the body. The principle is that the muscles get knots called trigger points which make the muscles tight that then press on nerves. It teaches how to get them to release which gets rid of the pain.
The Trigger Point Therapy Workbook by Davies.
I also use a chiropractor and massage therapist as needed.
2007-02-15 23:33:44 · answer #5 · answered by Keko 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have been taking Tylenol for arthritis. Ibuprofen is to hard on my stomach.
2007-02-15 07:43:15 · answer #6 · answered by oldhen53 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Advil, twice a day helps me function better.
2007-02-15 02:49:16 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋