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TanyaF
on 5/14/08 11:51 pm
on 5/14/08 11:51 pm
Topic: RE: Has Anyone Here Been successful
I was told that many times they will want to train you in another field. It is very hard to get approved and you may need to get a lawyer. I have been denied twice, and now have had to file another appeal to the courts. I have severe arthritis in my knees and memory problems. I was told it would be easier because i have both physical and mental disabilities, but have had to hire a lawyer so we can go to court. ive also had to have about 4 different doctors agree that I can not work. I would start the process now, and see what happens, you can appeal and if you win it they will pay everything back from the time you applied.
Iris Shimmer
on 5/12/08 11:58 pm
on 5/12/08 11:58 pm
Topic: Has Anyone Here Been successful
A casual stroll through the lunatic asylum shows that faith does not prove anything.
in getting SSDI for your arthritis? Mine is just showing up and my hands and arms hurt like mad!! I use my arms and hands in my trade but this is making it impossible for me.
A casual stroll through the lunatic asylum shows that faith does not prove anything.
Topic: Joint Replacement Surgery Success!
I have had chronic pain in my right hip due to osteo arthritis for 3-1/2 years. On April 21 I had a total hip replacement (3 weeks ago tomorrow) and I feel fantastic!! Without this surgery plus my WLS on 10/23/07 I would be a middle-aged obese wheel-chaired bound woman. Today I am 95 pounds lighter (5 pounds from goal) and nearly pain-free. If you are considering joint replacement surgery, I'd say do it as soon as possible. For myself, I had a long term plan to regain my health: 1) gain weight to qualify for my insurance company to pay for WLS 2) lose weight 3) have hip replacement 4) regain the quality of my life.
There is hope for chronic pain and I'm happy to be at step 4!!
California Kathie
RNY - 10/07
Rt. Hip Replacement - 4/08
Upper Body Lift - 11/08 (Dr. Timothy Katzen)
Lower Body Lift - 3/09 (Dr. Timothy Katzen)
RNY - 10/07
Rt. Hip Replacement - 4/08
Upper Body Lift - 11/08 (Dr. Timothy Katzen)
Lower Body Lift - 3/09 (Dr. Timothy Katzen)
Topic: RE: What meds do you take for your arthritis?
There are so many choices. They depend on how severe your RA is, how early it was caught, how much pain you have, AND what surgery you had. i have had Psoratic Arthritis, a rare form of RA, for 15 years. in that time i have taken a plethura of drugs that either stopped working after a time, had side effects i couldn't handel any longer, or I developed life threatening allergies to after having taken for 10 months. My current combination is Celebrex, Immuran, and Enbrel. I am still pre-op however, and know that i may have to make changes again when i become post-op, but all my Dr's work together very well, so i am not worried about that.
The best advice would be to get a Rheumatologist who will work with your surgeon and PCP to find the right drug or drugs for you.
Topic: What meds do you take for your arthritis?
I found out a year ago I have RA. I just want to know what works and doesn't work?
Thanks
Stacey
Topic: Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain Meds
I have Rheumatoid Arthritis. My doctor put me on liquid vicodin. It only seems to work for a couple of hours and then the pain has returned. If you have Rheumatoid Arthritis what do you take for long lasting pain medicine?
Thanks
Stacey
Thanks
Stacey
Topic: RE: knee replacement prior to age 60?
I'm 36, and have severe osteoarthritis in my left knee, after throwing far too much wight on it, compensating for a fractured right femur.
After being without medical coverage for a few years, I finally have Medicaid once again, and have been consulting at HSS --the Hospital for Special Surgery, in Manhattan. I've asked about a knee replacement, but the response is that I'm "too young" -- what my docs want to do is a knee restoration of some sort. I have another appointment a week from today. Currently, it's bone on bone in the lateral (I think) portion of my left knee. My lower leg has also externally rotated a bit, as the knee joint collapsed -- it's difficult for me to describe, as I haven't a full picture, as yet. They will be doing surgery, because the pain is terrible, and didn't even become an issue until I lost around a hundred pounds.
I may still need a knee replacement years down the line. Right now, I'm just going with what the docs tell me, because they're number one for Ortho, in the country.
After being without medical coverage for a few years, I finally have Medicaid once again, and have been consulting at HSS --the Hospital for Special Surgery, in Manhattan. I've asked about a knee replacement, but the response is that I'm "too young" -- what my docs want to do is a knee restoration of some sort. I have another appointment a week from today. Currently, it's bone on bone in the lateral (I think) portion of my left knee. My lower leg has also externally rotated a bit, as the knee joint collapsed -- it's difficult for me to describe, as I haven't a full picture, as yet. They will be doing surgery, because the pain is terrible, and didn't even become an issue until I lost around a hundred pounds.
I may still need a knee replacement years down the line. Right now, I'm just going with what the docs tell me, because they're number one for Ortho, in the country.
Topic: RE: Warmer weather and pain
I live in Colorado, and have had Psoriatic Arthrits for 15 years. YES!!!! weather plays a huge role in the pain levels. When the berimetric pressure, humidity levels, and temperatures are unstable you will feel more pain in your joints. In my case the two worst seasons are Spring and Fall. that is when the weather here is the MOST dynamic and changable. I was in massive pain the other day because a front came through and the temp droped from 70 to 45 in 1 hour. The best thing you can do is ensure your affected joints do not become cold (they hurt more when they get cold) and also force yourself to keep using the joint, even when it hurts,. not using it can ultimatly cause more problems than using it does. As far as not needing the meds in Florida, that is also true in my experience. for me it was a combination of a more stable weather pattern in Florida than what was happening at home and a warmer temperature that made me not hurt as bad, but then of course I overdid the exercise because I was feeling so good and ended up in pain anyway.
Topic: RE: knee replacement prior to age 60?
I need double knee replacement also but no doctor will touch me either. They tell me that at 44 I am too young and if they did the surgery now I will need to have them replaced later. Here is the kicker. I have severe degenerative bone disease which has my back really messed up. I have had back surgery twice in three years and had two metal plates placed in different areas. Yet I have several, yes several areas that are as bad as the two they plated! I do not want another back surgery for the more they plate the less flexiability I have. My physicians have told me that I may end up in a wheelchair, which they have given me since I can't walk too far without pain. Tried walking around the zoo with my family and thought I was going to die! Here is the million dollar question: If I am in a wheel chair later on in life what good will two new knees do me? Its about my quality of life now vs. what the future holds. Sounds logical but I guess we don't live in a logical world.
Topic: RE: Anyone taking Lyrica?
Patti,
I have been battling with fibro for just over two years now and the only thing that is helped me so far is celebrex and flexeril at night so I am able to sleep instead of tossing and turning in pain. I still have flare-ups and have to add skelaxin or tramadol on bad days but the Celebrex has helped quite a bit. You might check with your doctor about it. I have not had WLS but am thinking it might help with lowering the pain and stress on my joints if I get to my ideal weight or close to it. I have gained at least 20 pounds since diagnosed because of the pain and lack of energy. The warmer weather always helps my fibro with less flare-ups--so come on summer!
Amy
I have been battling with fibro for just over two years now and the only thing that is helped me so far is celebrex and flexeril at night so I am able to sleep instead of tossing and turning in pain. I still have flare-ups and have to add skelaxin or tramadol on bad days but the Celebrex has helped quite a bit. You might check with your doctor about it. I have not had WLS but am thinking it might help with lowering the pain and stress on my joints if I get to my ideal weight or close to it. I have gained at least 20 pounds since diagnosed because of the pain and lack of energy. The warmer weather always helps my fibro with less flare-ups--so come on summer!
Amy
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