treating joint pains?

Destiny79
on 2/18/11 8:48 pm - Logansport, IN

I had RNY on Sept 24 2010. I have lost a total of 135 pounds. I have always had joint pains but they are really severe here lately. How does one treat these joint pains? Are NSAIDS a no-no? I don't go to the doctor for a couple more months, til then I'm in pain.

Mandaly
on 2/20/11 2:39 am - IN

RNY on 04/12/11

You can always just call your doctor and ask a nurse to give you a call and ask them what kind of meds you can take. I have been putting icyhot patches on my knees and they do help a little.

(deactivated member)
on 2/21/11 11:16 pm - Lafayette, IN

DS on 08/29/08

NSAIDS are definitely a no-no with RNY. your dr should have told you that preop. You will have to call and see if they will prescribe something for you.

Snapefantasy
on 2/27/11 2:28 am - Batesville, IN

RNY on 06/16/09

NSAIDS are bad bad bad. Tylenol, biofreeze (a type of icyhot) and a chiropractor are my tools of choice.
Biofreeze is actually a HUGE help. It's "hotter" than bengay, and comes in a spray, cream, and roll on. 2 spritzes on my necck and I'm good to go all through the night. (it will clear your sinuses too, so if you are afraid of the smell, don't use it hehe)