darkmoon Posted July 9, 2013 Posted July 9, 2013 (edited) any one got any tips, please? I want to at least walk okay I m taking Solgar 7 capsules and also gluco/chrondroitin pills 5 capsules each a day - getting better now any other tips gratefully received Edited July 9, 2013 by darkmoon
stillafool Posted July 9, 2013 Posted July 9, 2013 Is it RA? Ice packs help alot on swollen joints. Stay away from red meats and try to eat Salmon, tuna, sardines. Get a good rheumatologist as thee are incredible meds out there for RA. It's important to get under a doctor's care soon so you don't get joint damage.
xpaperxcutx Posted July 9, 2013 Posted July 9, 2013 You might want to look into using chinese liniment oil or emu oil. Liniment oils are more herbal and medicinal but depending on the brand you buy, they are very good for arthritis pains. Also, if you do a check on emu oil, the legitimate brands on the market has been known to reduce joint inflammation. Most brands start around $12 and up. 1
Author darkmoon Posted July 9, 2013 Author Posted July 9, 2013 no it is not RA thanks though to both of you any more ideas?
HokeyReligions Posted July 13, 2013 Posted July 13, 2013 Flat shoes good insoles. I alternate hot and cold packs. I can't take most meds but I do use some essential oils and eat a lot of salmon. Stay away from salt except Epsom I have RA which is progressing tho it was in remission for nearly 15 years. Follow your doctors advice. Exercise is important but the wrong exercise can cause more damage. Swimming is almost always the best exercise. 2
Leegh Posted July 24, 2013 Posted July 24, 2013 I've heard turmeric can be good, but it is best if it is taken with black pepper as apparently the turmeric is absorbed better with black pepper. I take the turmeric capsules, and in addition it is suppose to help with memory. 1
peaksandvalleys Posted July 28, 2013 Posted July 28, 2013 I do a lot of water therapy (hot tub) to help with my joints. I had to give up running:( but I think I might try water running to see if it gives me the same high.
era Posted July 28, 2013 Posted July 28, 2013 Is it osteo?...I have an appointment at the degenerative joint disease clinic next week, and will share any tips I learn. My GP says I will likely need knee replacement surgery in a few years
kassy Posted July 30, 2013 Posted July 30, 2013 Well you don't give much info to help you out... If it is osteo then I suggest make sure you are at a healthy body weight, don't run, strengthen the supporting muscles of the joint. Pilates is good for this with a good instructor. Eat well. Supplements may help at early stages at late stages they don't do jack. Try to keep as much mobility in the joint as possible. Try to avoid unecessary surgeries as the scar tissue and soft tissue damage adds up. If you need a joint replacement, have it. There gets to a point of no return, trying to deny it just means you are in pain and can't get on with your life. If you are in pain go and see a pain management specialist. Being in pain stresses the body and is not good. Swimming and cycling are good too I have a total ankle replacement. My only regret is not doing it sooner.
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