i am with 40 years...and i have osteoarthritis...i need your help by advising me to do something!!!!
thanks
2007-04-01 21:35:03 · 6 answers · asked by ihaveadream 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
I would recommend you see a doctor. He or she can give you a definitive diagnosis as well as suggest a range of treatments. Also, without knowing where your arthritis is located or how severe your pain is, there is no way to really give specific advice. However, there are some things you can do even before you see a doctor.
1) Sometimes ibuprofen or Aleve (a brand name OTC medication) can help relieve pain and inflammation.
2) Soaking in a hot bath can also help. Try Epsom salts in the bath for extra relief.
3) Topical OTC treatments might help. Capsacin is derived from hot peppers and is a natural pain reliever.
4) Take a daily supplement designed to restore joint flexibility -- liquid form is best, formulated in a combination of glucosamine, chondrotin and MSM.
5) Stretching in the morning can help ease your joints before you actually put strain on them by using them.
6) Keep moving. You want to keep the affected area as flexible as possible.
2007-04-01 21:48:30 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have it early at 40. You should start taking Glucosamine tablets straight away. This should help as it lubricates the joints. You need to take up to 1000mgs a day for a long time. You buy it over the counter and it is not too expensive. Don't expect immediate results. You may also need some anti inflammatory drugs from your doctor. You can try ibrufen, but voltarol is what the doc will give you if the pain is bad.
2007-04-01 21:44:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would recommend getting in touch with your dr and see about trying to get in to a rheumatologist (these are drs who treat diseases of the bone and joint). A rheumatologist can work along with your primary care physician to come up with a treatment course that can be of help. A really good dr will gladly listen to ideas of the alternative kind to see if they are a safe option for you such as accupuncture for example.
To learn even more about osteoarthritis check out: http://www.arthritis.about.com
Another good site is: http://www.arthritisfoundation.org
For books I recommend Arthritis for Dummies
2007-04-01 23:05:58 · answer #3 · answered by sokokl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might be well aware of the fact that there is no med to treat OA.
Acupuncture is the best treatment. If you are not overweight chances are good. Pl follow acupuncturist.
For home remedies Yog is too good.
If you can, use ghee made from curds in every meal. It will take 6 months for better result.
2007-04-02 07:17:48 · answer #4 · answered by dbgyog 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are unable to or unwilling to see a modern medical doctor (orhtopedic surgeon etc.) for pain mangement, arthroscopy etc. you need to explore alternative sites and treatment options. A good place to start is www.about.com and www.mercola.com
2007-04-01 21:41:32 · answer #5 · answered by Swamy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a gentle exercise like swimming in a warm pool a heat pad. is good depending on where the osteoarthitus is
good luck
2007-04-03 09:28:15 · answer #6 · answered by lillbun2000 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋