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Oftentimes there is nothing that will relieve arthritis pain in an 88 year old. I'm 65 and have chronic arthritis pain in my back, hip and feet every day of my life. I like to use a heating pad in addition to Tylenol, ibuprofen and 1 Tramadol a day. Other than that, it's just grin and bear it.
Red/near infared light mats are a most effective intervention. They are extremely safe and easily available on the internet. I hope this helps her find some relief.
mjbacheminjr427, what kind of shoes is your Mother wearing? Shoes can make a huge difference when it comes to any type of body pain.
Make sure her shoes have good arch supports. After wearing just sneakers, or just fuzzy socks, or just plain barefoot that I started to have knee pain walking up the stairs. One day I needed to put on solid shoes to show a workman around the yard, and I noticed I didn't have that knee pain walking up the stairs. Hmmmm. I experimented with that, and sure enough it was lack of shoes vs. solid shoes with good arch supports that made the difference.
Oops, I am starting to sound like an info commercial. Anyway, it is worth looking into.
Yes, you can have her Doctor order PT in the home.
I like Advil for my pain. Tramadol you have to be careful with in older people. It made my Mom hallucinate. Also a friend who was in his 50s at the time.
Xrays show bone on bone....no cartilage...so hydrocodone 10/325mg. at one a day...tried 2 a day and mom was acting strange...never again...and still no relief...afraid to suggest oxycodone...to doctor
I have to kind of chuckle, realizing all the while there's nothing funny about this. I am 80 and today my "Old Nurse's Back" complicated by the fact I can't take pain meds which exacerbate diverticulitis and the fact that 80 means spinal compression--well it has been laying me low. Pain is a part of it at a certain age, pure and simple and we have to play around to find whatever works to whatever degree. Heat or cold, exercise of being able to lie low a while--movement or none. Just have to do the best we can. I recently said to my Doc that old age is something else again, and not for sissies. She asked what was wrong. I told her I could start at the scalp and falling hair and work my way down through failing eyes and ears and fracturing teeth, but how much time did she have as I was nowhere NEAR my toes yet, and the ingrown toenail is killing me. I wish you the best. Some pain is going to be there. What will work is the individual mystery we each face down. I sure wish you all luck.
I get injections in my thumb joint and it takes care of the pain for 4-6 months at a time. My dad got them in his knee and back and they worked wonders for him too. He hasn’t needed another one in his back for a few years now. Both of our issues are due to arthritis.
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I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
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You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
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Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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PT helped with arthritis pain in both my knees and in my thumb.
Make sure her shoes have good arch supports. After wearing just sneakers, or just fuzzy socks, or just plain barefoot that I started to have knee pain walking up the stairs. One day I needed to put on solid shoes to show a workman around the yard, and I noticed I didn't have that knee pain walking up the stairs. Hmmmm. I experimented with that, and sure enough it was lack of shoes vs. solid shoes with good arch supports that made the difference.
Oops, I am starting to sound like an info commercial. Anyway, it is worth looking into.
I like Advil for my pain. Tramadol you have to be careful with in older people. It made my Mom hallucinate. Also a friend who was in his 50s at the time.
You need to find that source of the pain. Has she been properly diagnosed, or is it a oase of the doctor saying "you're old -- it's arthritis?"
Take her to an orthopedist.
I am 80 and today my "Old Nurse's Back" complicated by the fact I can't take pain meds which exacerbate diverticulitis and the fact that 80 means spinal compression--well it has been laying me low.
Pain is a part of it at a certain age, pure and simple and we have to play around to find whatever works to whatever degree. Heat or cold, exercise of being able to lie low a while--movement or none. Just have to do the best we can.
I recently said to my Doc that old age is something else again, and not for sissies. She asked what was wrong. I told her I could start at the scalp and falling hair and work my way down through failing eyes and ears and fracturing teeth, but how much time did she have as I was nowhere NEAR my toes yet, and the ingrown toenail is killing me.
I wish you the best. Some pain is going to be there. What will work is the individual mystery we each face down. I sure wish you all luck.
Consider eliminate gluten and dairy from diet. (Also causes inflammation/pain.)