Hey kind hearts
Hope beating gratefully under the blessings of Creator!
Sharing result of knee X-ray. As i have mentioned my knee pain time to time on my blog since some six to seven years i guess it suddenly got worst and it was impossible to take walk or bend my knee. Another doctor had got such X-ray around five years ago and told all is fine.He treated me for uric acid for three months and that's it. Pain reappeared after two years and same doctor gave me same medication course for three months once again.
I felt slight pain during winter season but everything seemed fine over all. One and a half month ago knee pain returned dramatically and within weeks i lost my mobility completely.
This time hubby wanted to take me to the Karachi so we can find better surgeon who can diagnose root cause of the issue. We were ready to leave on weekend but one of hubby 's friends called and insisted to visit to certain bone specialist near our city. We visited the doctor.He was foreign returned and had worked in various countries including middle east. Doctor had his own big private hospital.we had to wait for more than three hours. He told that it is early stage of the degeneration of the bone and if patient cooperated things can get better.
He injected into knee and gave medicine along with vitamins.
I asked him how many injection are needed.he said consider it as you color your hair once they get fuzzy. regular injection will keep your knee flexible.
I think he meant injection will continue for life time probably.
I stretch while sitting or standing but not walking even pain is suppressed by the medicine.it is part of cooperation as patient.my eldest son and elder both showed concen as they know how much I might miss walking.
Did any of you go through knee issues?
May be you can give me hope that i will be able to walk again???
Maybe you can get a knee replacement
ReplyDeleteI really don't know about this one dear Christine but I will search if it is available here too
DeleteDoctor says though that it is early and care be treated with medication only
So sorry to hear of your severe knee pain! I know several people with this problem, especially as they age. (Luckily, my knees are fine). Sometimes they get knee replacement surgery, which often helps (but not always). Steroid injections like you're receiving can help too.
ReplyDeleteI am happy dear Debra that you don't have such disturbing problem!
DeleteEither i have seen people with knee issues. My mom had it at her last years aftet late sixties. I am hardly 53
I'm so sorry to hear that you are dealing with osteoarthritis, Baili. It's my understanding that people with osteoarthritis need to exercise. The Arthritis Foundation says that research shows that people with osteoarthritis can and should exercise, that exercise is considered the most effective non-drug treatment for reducing pain and improving mobility. The foundation recommends gentle stretching and walking, among other things.
ReplyDeletehttps://www.arthritis.org/health-wellness/healthy-living/physical-activity/getting-started/benefits-of-exercise-for-osteoarthritis#
I mentioned in my last comment that I hurt when I don't stretch and work out. That's because I have both osteoporosis and osteoarthritis. I make myself stretch and workout, starting gently and working harder over time. It really helps me.
https://www.ncoa.org/article/osteoarthritis-vs-osteoporosis-what-are-the-differences/
Of course you should always consult with your doctor, Baili! Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers and sending you hugs and love.
I have no experience with knee issues, but I hope you figure out a satisfactory solution.
ReplyDeleteI am grateful for you don't have any knee issues dear Kathy
DeleteThank you sooo much for saying all this dear Louise.
ReplyDeleteI can't imagine life without exercise believe me..
But as doctor has said to stay on rest during treatment. I will ask him in next visit after two weeks whether i can walk or do light exercise or not. Lets see what he says.i don t want to provide any excuse from my side right now .after treatment if he still forbid i will take it in my hands and start light stretches and walk inshallah
I will check sits you shared here. Thanks again
It is always sobering to find our bodies are not doing what they have done easily for our whole lives. I get knee pain if I sit tooo much, then I know I have to slowly start getting more exercise to strengthen the muscles surrounding the joint. My husband had osteoarthritis and was given exercises to strengthen those muscles too. I hope your doctor gives you permission to start some gentle exercises as well. Let us know how you get along. I'm glad the injection has reduced your pain.
ReplyDeleteDear Jenny i did morning meditation over holy book for 13 years almost and by sitting in yoga position for two hours daily.i think problem started from this. Although i would do my yoga strps for half hour before that and i believe this is why my knee muscle or bone took long time to degenerate.without exercising regularly the degeneration might have speed up.
DeleteThis is nice you do some work out to strengthen your muscles.
Injection gave quite fast relief which seemed unbelievable at first.but i am being cautious for long term cure 8 too hope doctor will allow me for ten minutes walk at least and light yoga steps
I keep a supply of Aspercreme to ease the pain in my knees when I need it. Most of the time it helps but not always.
ReplyDeleteIt seems your pain is not severe so doctor give injection dear Emma?
DeleteTablet is probably for timely relief.i hope tablets that i am given will bring long lasting healing
I had an injection which fixed my knee issues. I hope you can walk pain free again, Baili.
ReplyDeleteWow it sounds your knee issues weren't serious enough to demand long time treatment dear Marie???
DeleteThe doctor told me he doesn’t think I will need a knee replacement. He was judging from looking at my gait. I was glad to hear that news.
DeleteIt doesn't seem to be anything serious, baili.
ReplyDeleteDon't worry about it.
Have a great week
I hope so dear Pedro!
DeleteThe word degeneration sounds creepy actually
Hello Baili. I wonder what was in that injection, did the Dr. tell you?
ReplyDeleteMy husband has two artificial knees and could walk well anywhere but of now he's much older his knees are still the same, doing well but he can't walk far but that is due to other things and age. My husband had injections in his knee at one time and that did help him greatly.
Hope that helps. All the best.
Dear Margaret your comment made my eyes teary because of hope that one time injection could do such miracle that your husband can walk anywhere though now it is hard due to other health issues.
DeleteI was thinking already i will ask doctor what was the name of injection .i will visit him after ten days though.thank you for sharing my friend!
Desejo que o seu joelho melhore com medicação eficaz.
ReplyDeleteUma boa semana.
Um beijo.
Heartfelt thanks dear Grace
ReplyDeleteI hope you can find solutions for your knee. You are so active with your yoga, and so on. I have a friend who takes knees injections every couple of months. And she is doing much better. I had to have some similar in my hand a Cortisone shot. My middle finger locks up. But since then, it is much better. Just a slight click. Thank you so much for the update. I hope your summer is cooling down and the power is on. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Peace be with you and much joy in all that you do.
ReplyDeleteHello!
ReplyDeleteI'm truly sorry to hear about your struggles with knee pain. It sounds incredibly challenging, especially given how it’s impacted your mobility.
From what you’ve described, it seems like you’re under the care of a knowledgeable specialist who is addressing your condition with injections and medication. This approach, especially when combined with regular treatment, can sometimes help manage symptoms and improve mobility. The idea of needing ongoing injections, as the doctor mentioned, can be daunting, but it often means the treatment aims to keep inflammation and pain under control, potentially helping maintain your mobility.
Knee issues, especially related to degeneration, can indeed be managed with the right treatment and lifestyle adjustments. Many people with similar conditions find that physical therapy, exercises to strengthen the muscles around the knee, and sometimes lifestyle changes can significantly improve their ability to walk and maintain a good quality of life.
While I can’t predict your specific outcome, many have found relief and regained their ability to walk comfortably through a combination of treatments. Staying positive and consistent with your treatment plan, as well as following your doctor's advice, will be crucial.
It might also be beneficial to consult with a physical therapist who can tailor exercises and strategies to your specific needs and help maximize your mobility.
Remember, every individual's experience is unique, so your persistence and cooperation with your treatment plan are key. I hope you find improvement and regain the ability to walk comfortably.
Sending you best wishes for your recovery.
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Praying for you dear friend! I know how concerning this issue is, and hopefully you can get some answers and help without getting a knee replacement. My mother had her knees replaced and has done really well with them, but it is a difficult couple of years to heal and get mobility back. Praying for you to find answers and healing health to your body!
ReplyDeleteThanks for kind words dear Marilyn
DeleteWishing you more blessings
Knee issues seem to be a problem experienced by so many people, including my brother, but thankfully I have not experienced any similar issues of pain of lack of mobility. I hope that the doctor's medication will help you do some walking because to do nothing would seem worse. You didn't say whether knee replacement surgery was an option, so I wondered about that possibility, Baili.
ReplyDeleteSorry your brother is dealing with same issue . how great you don't have such problem.
DeleteMedication has helped me to walk and do house chores thankfully
My next visit to the doctor is on next Friday I will ask him if it is safe to take walk.
Indeed doing nothing is scary God forbid.
According to doctor my issue is at its beginning stage so it can be fixed without surgery with medication only
Dear Dorothy
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your thoughts
I think i have got this issue quite early if consider my age 54 is not that old to have knee degeneration.
Sorry your brother has similar problem
Doctor said that issue can be fixed without surgery
No experience with that but I sure hope you get complete healing in some way, physically and yet spiritually also. Matter is spirit infused and spirit is all particle energies. It's like water - the experiments that have been done. When we bless our water and feel peace and at one the water resonates and vibrates to that and under a microscope it can be seen. Same with our bodies. I will email you an amazing healing I had if that's okay.
ReplyDeleteDear Sandy i will definitely wait for your email . most welcome always my friend!
DeleteIt is not uncommon to experience issues with our knees (or hips) as we age.
ReplyDeleteYou have certainly done the correct thing and consulted a Doctor who will hopefully help you to be as pain free and mobile as possible.
Thinking of you.
All the best Jan
I am grateful dear Jan medication is working fine by the grace of God
DeleteTake care Baili ... thinking of you.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
Thanks dear Jan
ReplyDeleteYou too are in thoughts and prayers always
I have not (yet) had any knee issue. I hope your knee recovers soon.
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