my mom has developed knee problem from osteoarthritis. She is 55 years old. due to the problem, she couldn’t do the gardening she likes doing.
i have heard about knee replacement, but i’m wondering if there is any other solution. i’d highly appreciate any answer to my question.
thanks

One year ago I was victim of an idiot that decided that red lights are meant for running. Well, his mistake caused me 3 ruptured discs and one bulging disc in my lower back. They are also telling me that I have degenerative disc disease and arthritis has began to settle into the injuries. I now take four 10mg percoset, 900 mg of neurontin, and 8mg of Zanaflex daily (obviously not at once). I have been to 2 Neurosurgeons, one saying I need surgery and the other saying NO because I was not in extreme pain. I saw the first surgeon before the Neurontin did its magic and second one after being numb. My body has built up a tolerance to the percoset and its not taking pain away like it used too not to mention my body CRAVES it. My doctor has not switched the meds even though I have told her that they are not working. Is there something out there I can use that is non habit forming? Has anyone had similar injuries and went thru the surgery. I am only 31 and want my life back. Any advice?

Is there any doctor of Rheumatologists in Las Vegas that accept cash payments for people who have no insurance?

And are you taking medication for these medical problems?

I had 1 beer only due to many medications on I am on for Rheumatoid Arthritis (prednisone, methotrexate, Humira, Arava)… needless to say, I was stopped with a Blood Alcohol Level of .08, which is DWI in NY. Is it possible that any of my medications may have caused my Alcohol level to rise? Thanks for your help in advance.

I’VE BEEN EXPERIENCING JOINT PAIN FOR ABOUT A WEEK NOW. IT’S IN PRETTY MUCH ALL OF MY JOINTS(shoulders, back, fingers, wrists, neck, knees, and hips) I’M ONLY 21. HAVE NO HISTORY OF ARTHRITIS. WHAT COULD BE CAUSING THIS?

does anyone have experience with this in releiving arthritis pain on a shelty? she isn’t crying from pain but she is moving very slowly with hardness in her hips. she’s 9 years old. reputable and inexpensive place to buy the medication?

Have multiple bulging disks and degenerative arthritis lower back plus bulging disk with bone spur pressing on spinal cord on neck. Constant pain, trouble walking, lifting, everything, ect.

I was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis when I was 11. I had it on and off until I was 19. I am now 25 and have not had it since I was 19. I was reading that arthritis never really is cured, but goes into remission. Can anyone tell me what the likelihood of it coming back is? And also if there is a chance it will come back, will it be when I’m old, or could it be any time?

My husband (age 28) was recently diagnosed with it. I am worried because he is so young and he has been given approx. 8 different medicines. Without the medication he is in alot of pain.

any info you can give will help. Is there other diseases related

It is claimed by a Bangalore based radiologist that he can cure osteoarthritis by using a new technology (Rotational Field Quantum Magnetic Resonance (RFQMR) technology) invented by him.

He claims that "this device focuses RFQMR beams on the affected joint. The beams alter the dynamics of the cell to activate and regenerate. This leads to stimulation of cartilage growth in case of degenerative diseases like osteoarthritis. The process of regeneration of tissues enhances mobility and improves the quality of life. The treatment is painless, safe and scientifically proven through successful clinical trials involving more than 500 cases over the span of three years." (See his website http://www.sbfhealthcare.com/index.html for details). Is it correct or is it yet another quackery?

I want to know an easy way to grow hydro. Don’t say anything like don’t do drugs this is for my medical arthritis because i don’t want to waste money buying my prescription over and over again and my doctor says i can.

We currently have BCBS, but the premium is like 450.00 a month and that is simply killing us. She goes to the doctor and needs medication every month, so we need insurance, not a discount program

I was recently diagnosed through an MRI with bilateral facet hypertrophy in my lower back at L5-S1 and L3-5. Also degenerative facet disease along with a disc bulge and a tear. I had a previous MRI two years ago which claimed I had scoliosis, but never mentioned the facet problem. I am wondering, is the hypertrophy arthritis or stenosis? It says somewhere else on the report that I have no canal stenosis, but I also have an EMG to prove that I have some minor nerve damage, which causes foot numbness??? I am very confused. Does anyone know the correct definition of hypertrophy? My Rheumatologist mentioned arthritis, but someone else said stenosis. Thanks in advance.
I’ve a Neurologist for the EMG, to confirm the nerve damage recently, but the last time I saw a neurosurgeon was before my second MRI, which confirmed the facet disease. At that time I just had the bulging and torn disc and the mild scoliosis diagnosis. He didn’t recommend surgery. He also diagnosed me with DDD. What scares me is how fast my back has degenerated just in two years! My father had Reiters Syndrome. I am wondering if I should be tested to see if I have the genetic marker for ankylosing spondylitis, because I’ve been having trouble with my back (my neck too) since I was a kid??
I meant that I saw the neurosurgeon before my first MRI. Whoops.
Darn it!!! Scratch the last comment addition. My first addition was right. I saw the neurosurgeon after my first MRI. DUH!

I’m about 14 years old, and I sometimes have joint pain. What can I do to cure it so it won’t hurt so badly?
Thanks!

We currently have BCBS, but the premium is like 450.00 a month and that is simply killing us. She goes to the doctor and needs medication every month, so we need insurance, not a discount program

Beat arthritis pain with GINGER? Who needs drugs? It’s true. In clinical studies, ordinary ginger relieved pain and swelling for a whopping 75% of arthritis
patients.http://www.bottomlinesecrets.com/search/search_results.cfm

I can’t take any nsaids to help relieve the pain for inflamation and arthritis. Because of my medications I already take, I was trying to find a external cream that might help.

Was taken off shots after being told that new studies show 2yrs is long enough. I recived it for 3 and half years and was not instructed to take calcium supplements(standard practice now) I am being told that new studies have linked it to brittle bones. I still haven’t had a cycle yet and its been 8mths. I already have degenerative arthritis and had a battle with osteomylitis from an old carwreck i was in yrs ago. Can anyone tell me anything about this form of birthcontrol. Veterans hospital isnt set up to deal with young female vets. Can you believe the doc had her NP give me this shot repeatedly without researching it or my medical history.Is there anything i can do to reverse any damage to my bones or health for that matter.

My doctor said that it is not but why do I hurt all the time. My legs and hips never stop hurting.

Can giving him the oil have any side effects?