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"Timbuktu", Michigan

Osteoarthritis in shoulder? Mine is in AC joint and today pain was so awful I cried ๐Ÿ˜ญ. PT didn't help and I'd love to hear if u have this what has helped you...As if fibro monster isn't bad enough Now this! And I cannot take antiinflammatories...help!๐Ÿ˜ฉ. ๐Ÿ™L

March 16, 2023
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Members shared deeply about managing osteoarthritis in the shoulder alongside fibromyalgia, with many finding relief from topical treatments... Read more

Members shared deeply about managing osteoarthritis in the shoulder alongside fibromyalgia, with many finding relief from topical treatments like Voltaren gel, Biofreeze spray, and CBD ointments when oral anti-inflammatories weren't an option. Several members recommended practical strategies including glucosamine powder, fish oil supplements, avoiding sleeping on the affected shoulder, pain management injections, prolotherapy, and shockwave therapy through physical therapists. A recurring theme was the frustration of compounding chronic pain conditions and the challenge of maintaining activity levels, with members offering solidarity around the reality that even moderate exercise can become unbearable, yet emphasizing the importance of persistence, medical advocacy, and leaning on both faith and community support.

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I use embody premium cbd ointment from im. bue. The website is imbuebotanicals.com. @A MyFibroTeam Member

March 18, 2023 (edited)
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I take Ultimate glucosamine powder dissolved in water. It was prescribed by my naturopath and I rarely have pain from osteoarthritis. I order it directly from the manufacturer by telephone with no shipping fee. It's also available through Amazon, but at a higher price. It's just crushed shrimp shells. If you're allergic to shrimp it's not a good idea. I'm allergic to clams and have no problem with it.

March 17, 2023
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Thanks ๐Ÿ˜Š Margaret99 I will order some Cuz that Voltereen gel is not working much anymore & Let you know how it worked out oh gosh โ€œPrimero Dios que sรญ ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ โ€œ Godโ€™s Be..๐Ÿฅฐ

March 18, 2023
A MyFibroTeam Member

I use the Extra Strength Voltaren every 12 hours (off the shelf) but now since I had a fall my GP gave me a prescription for the stronger version. I didnโ€™t expect much but I was really surprised. It does help a lot. I cannot take oral anti inflammatory medications due to GI upset.

March 16, 2023 (edited)
A MyFibroTeam Member

I'm a a leave of absense. I worked retail for the past 16 years. I stocked shelves, brought down merchandise from the very top shelf to the next shelf that the merchandise went on. I climb a ladder cart and pulled pallets. I moved every part of my body while I worked an 8 hour shift. My ac joints got very painful and my upper arms are so weak. I also have osteoarthritis in my hips and left foot. I had to ask for help everyday from my co-workers. We got a new manager and she was watching all of us work. She noticed I was using my fmla leave, I limped and was asking for help. So, my dr. put me on a leave of absence. He also sent me for a functional capacity evaluation. I can't stand long, sit long, I walk very short distance, I can only lift 0 to 6lbs. My family helps me with the chores and cooking. When I exercise the pain is so great I have to stop. So the only exercise I try to do is walk. I have to use a walker due to so much pain. My pain medication isn't helping anymore.

March 30, 2023

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