I'm 26 and I just found out that I have Osteoarthritis and Scoliosis in my lower back. What exactly does this mean for me? My doctor was kind of vague with me with this diagnosis. I have a LOT of lower back pain and it hurts all the time and I don't know what to do. My doctor recommended physical therapy, but my work's health insurance doesn't cover it. I have tried Aleve, but it doesn't phase it.

My aunt is considering using the Cardio machine to help her reduce the pain in her knees or prevent the recurrence of arthritis. I wonder if this machine would really help her out with her problem. If yes, how long should she use it and up to what level?

my 6 year old golden retriver is showing signs of arthritis, i want to get her something that is safe for dogs and works without getting her sick, any information would be GREAT! thanks so much!

What are the symptoms of arthritis

I am looking around for more volunteer opportunities. I have been volunteering at the animal shelter for the past 9 months, but that’s only 2-4 hours a week. I narrowed down a list of places that I could volunteer at in town that I might be interested in. If any of you have experience with any of them, or if you know anyone who does it, I would appreciate it if you let me know how you/ they like it, or what they do:

- AFS Intercultural Program
- American Cancer Society
- American Heart Association
- Arthritis Foundation
- Bloodmobile
- Meals on Wheels
- Habitat For Humanity
- Food Bank
- Adopt a Trail

I’ve been to all the individual websites and know as they much as they explained. I’m just looking for other opinions. Thanks.

By the way, I’m Male, 23 and have essentially all the free time in the world, while I’m looking for a job.

The exercise list for a patient suffering from rhematoid arthritis who is 25 years old.

I have had 3 infusions with bad side-effects, anyone else with sideeffects or reactions to the drug. I take the drugs for my Chrohns. My next infusions is on April 12th, I'm alittle scared.

I have this and I fell down and I'm a big women, and Now I am tired, sore and my hip hurts so bad. My back arms everything hurts. Can A fall cause a Rheumatoid Arthritis flare up?

I can barely walk because of knee joint pain in my left leg; will putting a lemon on it help?

I have chronic pain from arthritis in neck back and hands…I take pain meds and NSAIDS for inflammation. I am not getting enough sleep because the constant nagging pain keeps me awake. What non prescription tips to fellow suffers use for management of pain stiffness and inflammation of arthritis…I am tired of the suffering already

i’m a figure skater, since age 10, i land all my jumps on my right leg, with my knee bent of course.
but the past couple years my hip and knee have been really painful sometimes, and just recently it’s been much more noticeable.
is that arthritis?
should i talk to my doctor? what can i do about it? (there’s no way i’m quitting skating)
any long term effects of keeping skating?

I was diagnosed with arthritis in my elbow In December of 2007. I would like to know if it happened overnight (the arthritis), or does it building up over months or years to become painful enough to notice?

after reading up on this arthritis i really dont think this is what he has. his toes and fingers are curving real bad and he is in pain all the time. His fingernails are fine, his skin is fine except on his shin's and scalp. i want to help him feel better. a doctor treated him for over a year saying he didnt have arthritis, he is adopted so no family history. his back and neck are fine. he doesnt feel hot feelings in joints.

i think i have arthritis but i'm not sure i just want to know all of the symptoms

and does it help much?

I was taking the drug Relafen and it helped the stiffness. It is no longer working.

I tried everything else I cant take it. help

I was in my doctor's office and saw pamphlets for Synvisc injections for the knees. My doc said it would probably help me. Have been annoyed about my diet and exercise regimen,too. I'm 5',small frame and I weighed 110 pounds 2 yrs ago,creeping up to like 135 now, but lately I can't find any exercises I can do without suffering a great deal in my joints afterward.My doc said stairs and elliptical machines are out for me (knees too bad) Anybody have any input for me, on any of this, I'll be grateful. Also, if anyone has been thru the mill with the arthritis meds, what do you find works well ? (any thoughts on Glucosamine compounds?)

My grandmother has bad arthritis in her ankle. It hurts me to see her do her best to walk on that sore, swollen ankle everyday. I really want to help her. I know I can't fix the problem, but I was hoping that maybe someone would know a way to ease the pain and prevent some of the swelling. I would really appreciate it if someone could lend me some advice. Thanks.

I myself, am obese. I am 22, 6'0", and weigh 315 pounds. My job requires me to stand for extended periods of time. Doing this for the past six years has caused me to have pains in my right knee from time to time. The pain is only intensified when I put weight on that leg.