My right knee hurts all the time! I think it's arthritis (that's what my doctor said it probably was). It hurts a lot when I'm walking. I haven't found a pain reliever that works yet. I'm wondering if there's anything else I can do for it. I can't go to the doctor because we don't have any insurance, and I don't know if there's a free clinic in this area. And I have Phy-Ed everyday, and I can't get out of that without a doctor's note. What can I do?
2007-02-23 13:56:55 · 5 answers · asked by stephygirl4ever 3 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
Try this: go to your school nurse, explain the situation and tell her you're spooked by where it could go if you're forced to continue with gym minus some serious medical attention. If your parent(s) can't think of a way to confront it, the school is obligated to at least point you towards a clinic rather than participating in hurting you. They have many mechanisms in place to prevent such things from hurting students, so take heart; you can find them. Do that and I'd bet good money it will break the loop you've been stuck in. Don't just worry and limp along; there's a way out if you keep asking. Good luck!
2007-02-23 14:10:52 · answer #1 · answered by gamerathon 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your local pharmacy and ask if there are any over the counter medicines that you can take for arthritis.
My dad and bother have both had knee surgery and take over the counter medications that relieve the pain in their knees. I'm not sure what it is called. I would look it up but I do not live with either one. I know it is ortho something and it is in a blue box.
I believe your best bet is going to the pharmacist and asking what you can take. They will understand that you do not have insurance and need something over the counter.
2007-02-23 22:15:50 · answer #2 · answered by Mandie Moe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The wife and I both started taking move free about a year ago for sore knee's and joints and after a couple of months the pain went away,great stuff,highly recommend to anyone with sore joints.Good luck hope this helps you.
2007-02-23 22:05:17 · answer #3 · answered by sasyone 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a natural alternative, Try a change in your diet intake cut the sugar and grains out completely.I think you will be sweetly surprised at your results.Also check out Dr.Mercola's web site to get more info>www.mercola.com
2007-02-23 23:06:34 · answer #4 · answered by living37usa 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try fish oil pills. They are over an counter vitamin and pretty cheap. If it is arthritis then it will help to lube your joints.
2007-02-23 22:13:13 · answer #5 · answered by ♥ Nikkee D ♥ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋