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Posted 7/12/2013 2:58 PM (GMT 0)
Good day, what treatment methods do you all use? I've tried many but ultrasound and temperature baths seem to work best for me. how about you?
Posted 7/14/2013 6:01 PM (GMT 0)
YnA,

Hello and welcome aboard.  It really depends on the individual needs of the patient.

I am going to post you a link to one of the most update recommendations by the University of Maryland, USA:

http://umm.edu/health/medical/reports/articles/osteoarthritis

I hope this helps you with your questions.

Kindly,

Kitt

Posted 7/14/2013 7:11 PM (GMT 0)
thanks alot that was really informative. Which treatment methods have you tried or are currently using?
Posted 7/14/2013 11:00 PM (GMT 0)
Yna,

I manage my osteo quite well with heat for my shoulders and keeping active.  I have another major problem that I may use pain meds for which I may sometimes take 1 of these pain meds.

Kindly,
Kitt

Posted 7/17/2013 9:19 PM (GMT 0)
Electrotherapy stimulation can be very effective in treating the pain. Acuknee is one of the systems I've found for treating my knee pain.
Posted 7/21/2013 12:08 AM (GMT 0)
thanks, I'll look into it!
Posted 10/2/2013 3:44 AM (GMT 0)
Medications (over the counter and prescribed)
Rest, pacing, planning my day
Mobility aids ( wheelchair to cane)
Exercise/stretching
Swimming
Whirlpool (I prefer air therapy around 100 degrees)
Heat pad or ice pack depending if it's stemming from just the joint or the muscles too
Meditation, progressive relaxation
Yoga and Tia Chi

Massage therapy
Acupuncture
Chiropractic
Myofascial therapy
Physiotherapy
Occupational therapy

Post Edited By Moderator (stkitt) : 10/3/2013 10:20:11 AM (GMT-6)

Posted 10/3/2013 4:21 PM (GMT 0)
SKYoung

Great list and I think you must have covered everything.  I took the liberty of combining your two posts into one.

Stick with us as we do enjoy our new members.

Kindly,

Kitt

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