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ann95057
ann95057

I have pain in my knees. Started with heel pain. Now both heel and knee pain. I now feel pain here and there,like elbows, back pain sometimes wrist and fingers. I was advised to take an MRI.So I havetaken my right leg MRI. It shows, severe thinning of knee cartilage.bI am referred to an orthopedic.

Is there a way I can cure my knee without surgery? Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thank you

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  • JudyH
    JudyH ann95057

    Posted

    Hi Ann. I have been getting shots of hyaluronic acid yearly in my knees and it is pure magic. It puts the padding back where the cartllage is worn away. Ask your ortho. I was told over 10 years ago that I should have a knee replacement, and this has kept me walking and pain free. Also, you can relieve all of your pain a lot by taking something for the inflammation like Turmeric. Hop0e this helps.
    • ann95057
      ann95057 JudyH

      Posted

      Judy, you have poured some courage into my worried soul. Thank you so much . I hope the Orthodox does the same. Please pray for me Judy.

      God bless you

    • ann95057
      ann95057 JudyH

      Posted

      Hi Judy, thank you . I went to the orthopedic doctor today. I have to see him after 1 month.

      He took out the fluid from my knees and gave an injection (steroid) . He prescribed these medicines for me.

      1. celebrex 2. Ultracet 3. Artrodar 4. Uniren spray 5. Viartril-S .

      My knees hurt Judy. I am happy that you are a good prayer!

      Well Judy, you told me about the turmeric capsules. But I don't how good they are. The doctor asked me to reduce weight too. I am 67 now. Thinking of taking turmeric tea. I will try that maybe.

      Thanks Judy

  • JudyH
    JudyH ann95057

    Posted

    Sweet Ann, I will gladly pray for you and I am a good prayer! lol It sounds like you have a lot of inflammation which really is painful. Have you tried turmeric? If you can get the inflammation down, you can relieve a lot of pain and heal better. Look up turmeric capsules with a high content of curcumin. If you have a local health food store, they could probably guide you to the best one. It will make so much difference. Hugs
    • Mollyjr
      Mollyjr JudyH

      Posted

      How much time metric do you take?  Been taking one capsule with little change. Should I take more?
    • JudyH
      JudyH Mollyjr

      Posted

      I sent you a response, but it is being moderated! Talk to your local health food store. Sorry I am not being allowed to be of more help.
  • JudyH
    JudyH ann95057

    Posted

    Here is what I found when I researched it...If you want anti-inflammatory effects you need to get 500 to 1,000 milligrams of curcuminoids per day.” You need to look at the amount of curcumin and make sure it has a high content along with black pepper so it works well. I take 3 huge swallows of the fermented twice a day...much more than they say to take, but it really helps me. I know that too much can upset the stomach, and you should never take it if you are on blood thinners or coming up on having a surgery. If you have a really good health food store, they can probably advise. There is also a really good help line through Swanson where you can order online.

    • ann95057
      ann95057 JudyH

      Posted

      Oh thank you so much Judy. Ok,do the capsules come mixed with pepper?

      What is the name of it? I live in Thailand.

      I appreciate your kind approach sister. God bless you abundantly.

  • JudyH
    JudyH ann95057

    Posted

    It is just Turmeric, and when you read the ingredients, look for a high content of curcumin as that is what helps with inflammation. It should also show some pepper or pepperine. Blessings back your way sister.
  • Rowbirdie
    Rowbirdie ann95057

    Posted

    Hi Ann

    you mention pain in lots of places including wrist and fingers. Have you considered the possibility it's Rheumatoid arthritis instead of osteo arthritis? You d need a referral to a rheumatologist to find out, but you have exactly the  symptoms I had. I say 'had' because immune suppressant drugs have worked for me with regard to this auto immune disease.  Hope you find some help

    • Mollyjr
      Mollyjr Rowbirdie

      Posted

      What drugs are you taking?  I’m in the same boat and need relief. 
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