Osteoarthritis - any help appreciated - The DIS Discussion Forums

Tink2312 · 11-05-2009, 11:21 AM

Hi all,

I am a busy bee on the boards today - sorry if this is a bit random, but wondered if you could help me with something health-related...

My Mum's been having problems with a few of her joints for a while (particularly her neck, hands and now her hip). She went to the Drs today who told her that it was most likely Osteoarthritis. She suspected this as her older Sister also has it, but was a bit upset to hear it confirmed as she's only 56. Unfortunately I think she sees it as getting old

I've told her she's been getting old for years

(aren't I a caring daughter

).

Anyway, the Dr has told her to take painkillers when necessary and to try Glucosamine supplements to aid flexibility etc. She's also got a wheat bag to ease the pain in her neck and goes for physio on her neck as and when needed.

Just wondered really if any Disser's had similar problems and had experience of any treatments/ tablets/ supplements/ creams etc to alleviate the symptoms. I've been Googling, but just wondered what works for others.

Thanks a lot for your help, I know my Mum would appreciate any recommendations

dolphingirl47 · 11-05-2009, 02:43 PM

DH has Osteoarthritis in his wrist after a motor bike accident that caused a complicated fracture. He swears by Glucosamine and his magnetic bracelet.

Corinna

Deedee · 11-05-2009, 03:56 PM

I was diagnosed with it in my facet joints which control your back movement a few months ago i was only 44 i also have spondalitus in my lower spine so i would be interested in the comments too. I try not to take pain killers unless i need to.

Tink2312 · 11-06-2009, 09:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dolphingirl47

DH has Osteoarthritis in his wrist after a motor bike accident that caused a complicated fracture. He swears by Glucosamine and his magnetic bracelet.

Corinna

Sorry to hear that - thanks for the suggestions. Do you mind me asking what dosage of Glucosamine your DH takes? I've heard 1500mg/day is the usual.??

Quote:

Originally Posted by Deedee

I was diagnosed with it in my facet joints which control your back movement a few months ago i was only 44 i also have spondalitus in my lower spine so i would be interested in the comments too. I try not to take pain killers unless i need to.

Very sorry to hear of your problems - I hope someone can suggest something which would help relieve your symptoms

dolphingirl47 · 11-06-2009, 01:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tink2312

Sorry to hear that - thanks for the suggestions. Do you mind me asking what dosage of Glucosamine your DH takes? I've heard 1500mg/day is the usual.??

I just checked the bottle and his Glucosamine tablets are 1000mg and he takes one a day.

Corinna

Tink2312 · 11-07-2009, 08:13 AM

Thanks so much for the info. Will have a look around at what's available then

eyoreaud · 11-09-2009, 05:18 PM

I take Arthrotec tabs (on prescription) they help, they contain diclofenac sodium, i also take 1000mg glucosamine, cod liver, evening primrose and omega 6, (dh says you don't have to take cl oil as well as o6 but i do lol!)
I also use Volterol emulgel (also on prescription but available in chemists) I ger pain killers on prescription too but only take them when it's bad, doc has mentioned using a tens machine, not sure if you have heard of this? They'r available in chemists like Boots but they can be expensive. Will let you know how well it works when i finaly get around to buying one

I'm 42, have arthritis in hips, wrists, fingers elbows etc... falling to pieces haha!

Good luck to your mom, hope she gets some relief soon

natalielongstaff · 11-10-2009, 04:57 PM

Llyods pharmacy have their TENS machine on half price (19.99)

hth

11-05-2009, 11:21 AM	#1
Tink2312 I didn't ask to be a princess but if the crown fits... May take over the world ... or not Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Cheshire, England Posts: 1,236	Osteoarthritis - any help appreciated Hi all, I am a busy bee on the boards today - sorry if this is a bit random, but wondered if you could help me with something health-related... My Mum's been having problems with a few of her joints for a while (particularly her neck, hands and now her hip). She went to the Drs today who told her that it was most likely Osteoarthritis. She suspected this as her older Sister also has it, but was a bit upset to hear it confirmed as she's only 56. Unfortunately I think she sees it as getting old I've told her she's been getting old for years (aren't I a caring daughter ). Anyway, the Dr has told her to take painkillers when necessary and to try Glucosamine supplements to aid flexibility etc. She's also got a wheat bag to ease the pain in her neck and goes for physio on her neck as and when needed. Just wondered really if any Disser's had similar problems and had experience of any treatments/ tablets/ supplements/ creams etc to alleviate the symptoms. I've been Googling, but just wondered what works for others. Thanks a lot for your help, I know my Mum would appreciate any recommendations __________________ Easter 1992 - Holiday Inn I-Drive/ Hilton St. Pete’s Beach, June 1993 - Doubletree Universal/ Hilton Clearwater, Easter 1995 - Quality Inn Plaza I-Drive,Halloween 1995 - DLP offsite, Easter 1997 - Quality Inn Plaza I-Drive, Easter 2000 - Doubletree Universal, Christmas 2000 - Courtyard by Marriot DTD/ Tradewinds Island Grande St Pete’s Beach/ Holiday Inn Universal (Dad’s 50th Birthday!!), Halloween 2001 - Cheyenne DLP, Easter 2002 - CBM DTD/ Clearwater Beach Hotel, July 2003 - Newport Bay DLP (My 18th and Mum‘s 50th!!), Jan 2004 - Cypress Pointe, Easter 2005 - Hawthorn Suites LBV/ Bahama Bay, July 2006 - Newport Bay DLP (My 21st Birthday!!), Christmas2006- Springhill Suites LBV, Thanksgiving 2007 - Buena Vista Palace/ Park Shore Naples/ Pop/ CSR, March/ April 2009 - Pop/ CSR/ Blue Heron Beach Resort Nov 2009 - SSR and free dining Oct 2010 - the 60th Birthday trip - SSR and free dining WHEN YOU WISH UPON (MORE) ADR'S - NOV 2009 FREE DINING PTR WHEN YOU WISH UPON AN ADR - Dining report 2007 Last edited by Tink2312; 11-05-2009 at 11:57 AM.

11-05-2009, 02:43 PM	#2
dolphingirl47 DIS Veteran Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Manchester, UK Posts: 6,678	DH has Osteoarthritis in his wrist after a motor bike accident that caused a complicated fracture. He swears by Glucosamine and his magnetic bracelet. Corinna __________________ Two Trips to Paradise Staying at Mouse House Central Cheating on the Mouse Boats Of Mice, Dolphins and Other Wildlife

11-05-2009, 03:56 PM	#3
Deedee DIS Veteran Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: west midlands Posts: 1,550	I was diagnosed with it in my facet joints which control your back movement a few months ago i was only 44 i also have spondalitus in my lower spine so i would be interested in the comments too. I try not to take pain killers unless i need to. __________________ WDW 1995, 1997, 1998, 2000, 2001, 2004, 2006 DLPR 1997, 2003

11-07-2009, 08:13 AM	#6
Tink2312 I didn't ask to be a princess but if the crown fits... May take over the world ... or not Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Cheshire, England Posts: 1,236	Thanks so much for the info. Will have a look around at what's available then __________________ Easter 1992 - Holiday Inn I-Drive/ Hilton St. Pete’s Beach, June 1993 - Doubletree Universal/ Hilton Clearwater, Easter 1995 - Quality Inn Plaza I-Drive,Halloween 1995 - DLP offsite, Easter 1997 - Quality Inn Plaza I-Drive, Easter 2000 - Doubletree Universal, Christmas 2000 - Courtyard by Marriot DTD/ Tradewinds Island Grande St Pete’s Beach/ Holiday Inn Universal (Dad’s 50th Birthday!!), Halloween 2001 - Cheyenne DLP, Easter 2002 - CBM DTD/ Clearwater Beach Hotel, July 2003 - Newport Bay DLP (My 18th and Mum‘s 50th!!), Jan 2004 - Cypress Pointe, Easter 2005 - Hawthorn Suites LBV/ Bahama Bay, July 2006 - Newport Bay DLP (My 21st Birthday!!), Christmas2006- Springhill Suites LBV, Thanksgiving 2007 - Buena Vista Palace/ Park Shore Naples/ Pop/ CSR, March/ April 2009 - Pop/ CSR/ Blue Heron Beach Resort Nov 2009 - SSR and free dining Oct 2010 - the 60th Birthday trip - SSR and free dining WHEN YOU WISH UPON (MORE) ADR'S - NOV 2009 FREE DINING PTR WHEN YOU WISH UPON AN ADR - Dining report 2007

11-09-2009, 05:18 PM	#7
eyoreaud Who? Us? Nosey? NEVER! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: aberdeenshire scotland Posts: 5,342	I take Arthrotec tabs (on prescription) they help, they contain diclofenac sodium, i also take 1000mg glucosamine, cod liver, evening primrose and omega 6, (dh says you don't have to take cl oil as well as o6 but i do lol!) I also use Volterol emulgel (also on prescription but available in chemists) I ger pain killers on prescription too but only take them when it's bad, doc has mentioned using a tens machine, not sure if you have heard of this? They'r available in chemists like Boots but they can be expensive. Will let you know how well it works when i finaly get around to buying one I'm 42, have arthritis in hips, wrists, fingers elbows etc... falling to pieces haha! Good luck to your mom, hope she gets some relief soon __________________ Audrey

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11-10-2009, 04:57 PM	#8
natalielongstaff I need a cup of tea and a big bar of free chocolate nowI will be back later too stalk some more Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: leicestershire,england Posts: 71,490	Llyods pharmacy have their TENS machine on half price (19.99) hth __________________ April 2003 DLRP, November 2004 WDW and Barbados, September 2005 WDW, September 2007 WDW,October 2009 WDW

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