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Fountain, CO

My Mom has it so bad. She's already on pain meds. She needs her hip done. But she's afraid of the down time. She afraid I'll have to much put in me. Thank you

December 12, 2018
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Members responded enthusiastically to a question about managing severe arthritis pain, sharing a wide range of remedies including prescription... Read more

Members responded enthusiastically to a question about managing severe arthritis pain, sharing a wide range of remedies including prescription medications like hydroxychloroquine and gabapentin, topical treatments such as Tiger Balm and CBD salve, natural approaches like ginger-garlic tea and curcumin supplements, and pain management strategies including heat therapy, massage, and staying active. Several members emphasized that everyone responds differently to treatments, with some finding relief through CBD oil, THC products, or capsaicin creams, while others noted that over-the-counter options like Tylenol Arthritis or Advil can help but carry risks to the stomach, liver, and kidneys with long-term use. A recurring theme was the emotional difficulty of watching loved ones suffer, the fear many older adults feel about surgery and recovery, and the importance of building a support system of family, friends, and community to help manage both the physical and emotional challenges of chronic pain.

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Yes Its Garlic and ginger make her a tea with it for it'll help her ..it'll also get her inflammation down which is also causing her pain...rubbing alcohol on her and honey will help relax her ..the weather change is aggravating her arthritis i had to take for mine also i get relief without side effects and that's a plus..
hope she feels better
many hugs much love and πŸ€—β€πŸ™‡πŸ½β€β™€οΈ I'm praying for you all..πŸ“Ώ

December 12, 2018
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

hydroxychloroquine 400 mg helped me

December 28, 2018
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

CBD oil has helped me also, especially rubbing it on neck. Also, as hard as it is, decreasing sugar and carbs! I really notice the difference and my Dr said so too! Prayers, arthritis and degenerative diseases can be excruciating. I wish I didn't have first hand experience. Lidocaine patches help too!

December 12, 2018
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

I have arthritis thru parts of my back, hip, wrists, I use a ton of muscle rubs, Seems like the Walmart brands help the most. Medicine from the doctor, and tramadol, Much hugs but soft, Merry Christmas

December 22, 2018
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

The last year of my mom's life I was diagnosed with breast cancer. She was terrified there would be nobody to care for either of us. We put together a team of neighbors (one came every morning and got breakfast, got mother up for the day, and tidied the house), our friend/cleaning lady who got dinner every evening and helped out wherever needed), and my daughters who each spent a week with us. Our church family brought food and checked on us, as well as providing rides to where we needed to go. It is surprising what people will do if we only will ask. I was blessed not to have to have chemo which made it a lot easier. Of course your mom is afraid. Older people always have some fear they won't get good care at some point. I hope an opportunity will open up for you to allow her to have the surgery she needs.

December 13, 2018

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