KFC Posted October 2, 2013 Report Share Posted October 2, 2013 Following on from the thread about Gout, I finally got to the medicine woman this morning and the verdict is that I have Osteo-arthritis and not gout as I thought. At the moment it affects my right thumb worse but my left thumb and big toe also take turns in giving me gyp. Aaah well, I'm still pretty active and I'm at the age when I'm going to start failing my MOT's due to rusty bodywork. Musn't grumble. I think I'll need regular massage therapy from my loved one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kernel gadaffi Posted October 2, 2013 Report Share Posted October 2, 2013 I'm in the same boat, mostly joint pain with me, with the wrists giving me the most gyp, taking Naproxen now and am much better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenhunter Posted October 2, 2013 Report Share Posted October 2, 2013 Same here GH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bala Posted October 2, 2013 Report Share Posted October 2, 2013 table spoon malt vinegar, tea spoon honey mixed in hot water every day, dont expect it to give you relief in a month though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sha Bu Le Posted October 2, 2013 Report Share Posted October 2, 2013 Green lipped mussel capsules............niece swears by them for Athur Itis relief, she's around 45 and has rheumatoid arthritis, mothers genes I guess. Anyhoos available from amazon or Holland & Barret Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
four-wheel-drive Posted October 2, 2013 Report Share Posted October 2, 2013 If you can it is a good idea to get it looked at by a specialist as there is some good drugs to treat some types of arthritis I had a friend who went for injections every few months and they worked wonders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subsonicnat Posted October 2, 2013 Report Share Posted October 2, 2013 Welcome to the Club. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krugerandsmith Posted October 3, 2013 Report Share Posted October 3, 2013 table spoon malt vinegar, tea spoon honey mixed in hot water every day, dont expect it to give you relief in a month though. Cider vinegar also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KFC Posted October 3, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 3, 2013 (edited) The real laugh is that last August, at the age of 61, I decided to take up Tang Soo Do because I was becoming a bit of a couch potato and to try to keep fit. Since I started I've suffered Angioedema, Anaphalaxis, Hives, two broken toes, one in May and one three weeks ago, now I've got piggin' arffrytus mainly in my right thumb so on bagwork at last night's training I could only kick with my left foot and punch/chop with my left hand. Talk about larf Thanks for all the tips, I've got an open mind as far as remedies go so keep 'em coming please. Especially from those who suffer from it. P.S. I'm teetotal so I won't use any suggestions to get ratarsed to alleviate the pain Edited October 3, 2013 by KFC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grasscutter Posted October 3, 2013 Report Share Posted October 3, 2013 +1 for the cider vinegar. I also have daily Omega 3 fish oil capsules. Gabapentin from my GP is the official help I've been prescribed but perhaps a word in your GPs ear may help Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KFC Posted October 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2013 (edited) Thanks everyone, I'm definitely going to give the apple cider vinegar a go. When me ole Mum suffered from it, before she died, she reckoned that giving up red meat helped. We eat mainly Rabbit, Pigeon, Muntjac and Squirrel with game in season so I'm not sure if Rabbit counts as red meat? I ordered a splint off teatray which, I hoped, would give my thumb some support but leave the rest of my hand free to use, especially when doing Tang Soo Do. It only cost £5.35 inc p+p and it arrived this morning, having ordered it yesterday afternoon. It does exactly what I want and I will definitely order a couple more so I can have some for work and some for posh. If anyone needs details I'll provide by PM. KFC Edited October 4, 2013 by KFC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Croc Posted October 5, 2013 Report Share Posted October 5, 2013 I use ACV, this one http://ostlerscidermill.co.uk/ with honey http://www.quincehoneyfarm.co.uk/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=101, I also take this, http://www.hollandandbarrett.com/pages/product_detail.asp?pid=665&prodid=704&cid=25, and Cod liver oil capsules, like you I've got it in the right thumb, shoulder, left knee, and hip It will take a while before you notice anything Good luck with it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belly47 Posted October 5, 2013 Report Share Posted October 5, 2013 I went to the hospital yesterday for my continued knee pain and have been told its bad arthritis for my age (41) and that I need but cannot have a knee replacement as im to young im now being referred to pain management, sounds a bit BDSM to me which is worrying. the consultant said it could be hereditary and he laughed when I told him my dad is 70 and runs 3-4 miles 3 times a week!!! and to think they tell us sport is good for us, I played competitive football and cricket from the age of 8 till 26 by which time my knees were in pieces, lost count of the operations. ploughed fields and my pigeon shooting gear can be a problem, I must look hysterical struggling about with it all in short, I feel your pain!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikky Posted October 5, 2013 Report Share Posted October 5, 2013 right wrist for me....shakin hands with shorty too many times ...just been for carpal tunnel test waitin for results Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Albert Posted October 6, 2013 Report Share Posted October 6, 2013 A lot of people suffering from wrist pain! Question is, how is the 5 fingered widow getting on? Maybe only going to see her once a week may help the pain! Seriously though I hope you get sorted quickly as one cannot give up shooting simply because of a little pain. :whistling: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phaedra1106 Posted October 6, 2013 Report Share Posted October 6, 2013 I went to the hospital yesterday for my continued knee pain and have been told its bad arthritis for my age (41) and that I need but cannot have a knee replacement as im to young Got told the same thing at 42, that was 15 years ago and I'm still waiting :( Now had it in both knees for 16 years, both hips for about 13 years, my left shoulder and thumb for 7 years. The thumb can be the most painful, feels like someone is twisting a very sharp knife in the joint. Taking the usual array of painkillers and joint supplements etc.but nothing really helps, on a good day they just take the sharp edge off the constant pain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnlewis Posted October 6, 2013 Report Share Posted October 6, 2013 I suffer with my ankle totally smashed it to bits four and half years ago went to see doc all I get told is you done serious damage what do you expect take 2 paracitimol 4 times a day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrcbr Posted October 6, 2013 Report Share Posted October 6, 2013 Cider vinegar rub it on or drink it?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Croc Posted October 6, 2013 Report Share Posted October 6, 2013 Cider vinegar rub it on or drink it?? Drink it 1 tablespoon in a cup of warm water, stir in 1 teaspoon of honey, twice a day Have heard it used rubbing it in on verrucas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truflex Posted October 6, 2013 Report Share Posted October 6, 2013 (edited) Get on DLA. You more than qualify. Edited October 6, 2013 by truflex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KFC Posted November 3, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 3, 2013 Update on OA. I got some Cider Vinegar and Green Lipped Mussel capsules a month ago. I also got a magnetic copper bracelet a week ago. The pain is definitely much reduced. It was mainly in both wrists and thumbs, left hip and left big toe. Everything is virtually painless now except for my right thumb, which has always been the worst affected, but that is much better now. Obviously I'm not sure which treatment is having the greatest effect but I'm just glad it's improved so I'll carry on. At one point I thought I was going to have to give up Tang Soo Do but not now. Many thanks for all the tips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deny essex Posted November 3, 2013 Report Share Posted November 3, 2013 Knee and hip Arthur Itis worse for me and minor in some other places I take a zillion tablets daily already and reluctant to take more.... Found a small quantity of Voltarol rubbed into the the painful area gives a quick result as a painkiller and lasts quite a few hours, least now I can get to sleep easier at night. Walking is also near painless especialy when trying to keep up with the mrs on her scooter (the pavement she demon) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdubya Posted November 3, 2013 Report Share Posted November 3, 2013 Got told the same thing at 42, that was 15 years ago and I'm still waiting :( Now had it in both knees for 16 years, both hips for about 13 years, my left shoulder and thumb for 7 years. The thumb can be the most painful, feels like someone is twisting a very sharp knife in the joint. Taking the usual array of painkillers and joint supplements etc.but nothing really helps, on a good day they just take the sharp edge off the constant pain. love the "to young" bit as that's an outright lie what they really should tell you is that yes you can have a knee replacement, but as we will have to do another in a few years ( they last 20 odd now) you will cost us a fair few bob so you will have to lump the pain,I was lucky after years of gel injections, ops to smooth off the joint and ending up wearing a brace, I saw a surgeon who said stuff it I will replace your knee, I am now into my second replacement of my left knee (I broke the first he he) I have NO pain I ride a bike EVERY day, so don't put up with and don't fall for the I'm to young bit, its a cost saving lie, by the way I had my 1st one done at 56. KW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
subsonicnat Posted November 6, 2013 Report Share Posted November 6, 2013 Have you heard about WD40: I do honestly think it worked.. Now that is cheap for less pain, Try it: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KFC Posted November 7, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 7, 2013 Have you heard about WD40: I do honestly think it worked.. Now that is cheap for less pain, Try it: Have you actually tried it? I would be loathe to try it as long term skin contact with petro-chemicals is famous for causing dermatitis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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