what can help the pain?

Question

i have atheritis in my wrists and in my left knee i have to go into the hospital and have a knee replasment but can someone help me as the pain at night is verry painful and i cant sleep .

Answer 1

im not promoting it but weed might help

Answer 2

Have you been to see your GP and asked for a pain review? Over the counter medication can work really well, but if you are waiting for a replacement knee you will benefit from stronger medication. Assuming that your GP has prescribed them, you could be taking a combination of simple analgesia, anti inflammatory meds and a mild opiate.

Paracetamol is excellent and will make the effects of other medication last longer. NEVER take more than 8 tablets per day.

A mild anti inflammatory such as ibuprofen may help, but a stronger prescription only anti inflammatory such as Voltarol/diclofenac may be justified. Your GP may have advised ibuprofen however, if your pain is uncontrolled dont be afraid to tell them! Describe your symptoms honestly and ask for more help.

A moderate opiate such as codiene phosphate can work wonders, especially when combined with your paracetamol. They are not suitable for everyone and will need to be prescribed. 30mg codiene has the same painkilling effect as a small dose of morphine. You will need to take extra care of your bowels, drink fresh orange juice & dont be afraid to ask for a laxative if you are bunged up! Stronger opiates are available, but your GP will often start with the weakest and work upwards if needed.

You could try applying a cool pack to the joint, avoid heat as it will make the inflammation worse. Gentle massage with lavender oil can 'distract' the pain receptors and reduce the amount of pain you feel.

Save a dose of anti-inflammatory or mild opiate from your daily allowance to take as an emergency if you wake up in pain. You must remember to leave the correct time between doses (check boxes for details) and never take too much. Writing down the times and doses you have taken and keeping it by your bed should keep you from overdosing yourself.

The main thing I would advise is that you see your GP! And again, never take more than the stated daily dose of tablets!

Search the internet for 'Cannabis Gran' The law is a bit of a grey area, but posession of a small amount for personal use is allowed. She cooks using small amounts of cannabis and has had amazing results. Cannabis responds to pain, so small doses will not make you feel 'stoned' Am not sure how old you are? Approach your children/grandchildren they may have a source of supply...am sure they will be surprised but glad to see you free from pain.

I hope you dont have to wait too long for your surgery, good luck!

Answer 3

My wife has rheumatoid arthritis in many joints she finds that weed helps alot with the pain and is very relaxing, but be sure you want to go with this before you try it, maybe do a bit more research. Hoewver which would you rather put in your body, a pesrcibed chemical sometimes with adverse side effects or a naturtal herb such as weed, the only side effects are a little paranoia...

Answer 4

Take what ever arthritis pain medicine you have an hour before bedtime. A Hot bath with 2c. of dissolved Epsom salts would help taken before bedtime. After the bath apply an analgesic balm, such as Bengay to your wrists and knee.

Wrap yourself up warmly in the bed. A cup of chamomile tea would help you to relax.

I hope this can help until you have the surgery. Ask your doctor if there is a medical sleep aid he could give you to take before you have the surgery.

Answer 5

there is a cream you can get sweety and its called bio-freeze. i suffer with the same as you but mines in both knees,hands,neck and knees. you can get it from your local chiropractor.its like a deep heat rub,but its lots better and lasts longer to. it doesn't stain clothes or bedding either. it smells of mint. first it will go cold then it will start graduating into a deep warmth. it also help with moving around to. i find when i put it on my mobility increases dramatically. hope all go's well with the op. take care xx

Answer 6

Try taking a nice hot shower before going to bed. Also a non habit forming sleep inducing herbal remedy like valerian or hops that you can get from health food shops and herbalists. One or two glasses of red wine with your dinner may help.

Answer 7

My advice would be to take a nice relaxing bath with some lavender bath scents. After bath apply voltoral/ipobrufen gel to the affected areas. Make sure your bedroom is not too warm/cold.

Hope This Helps

Answer 8

I use ice 20 minutes on; then heat 20 miuntes on.... and have the tens unit pads on the entire time..... depending on which body part hurts the most.....


now after you heal from the surgery; please ask for physical therapy; and see if you can get into a pool for aquatic therapy to get those joints moving.....

you may need alternative medicine to assist (holistic)....

Answer 9

My grandad has arthritis in his knees an the doctor prescribed him tramadol and co-codamol which he said offers some relief..So go back to the Dr and ask him to prescribe you some.

Answer 10

Vicodin

Answer 11

Try Tylenol,or tell your doctor about your pain and get some type of prescription pain pills.