Geriatric Treatments Questions

Respected Lybrate user. Please consult your doctor for your problems. Permanent cure of your problem is not possible. But you can decreased to your r.a further development. But physical therapy home ex's are regularly done whenever it possible to your home. Remaining's are clearly explains your doctor. Don't forget and don't be fell anything bad about your problem. Be positive.

Respected Lybrate user. It's all depends upon your condition (r.a).

hello madam,
frankly speaking your medication will continue lifelong even in the smallest dose possible.
every patient is different so medication differs with everyone.
in condition like your different combination of medicines are given which can be different for every patient.
we cannot compare One patient medication with another.
please try to understand if you are having relief with one doctor's prescription try to continue the treatment.
skipping one doctor's...more

Respected Lybrate user. Above you mentioned so called" noise" are physiological. It means those are normal sounds every one feels like this. But above you mentioned sentences. Means."i think you're suffering from lack of mobility, flexibility in your body" for this please consult orthopaedic doctor and take treatment or consult physiotherapist.

Where is urs pain location.
Do you feel any kind of stiffness or pain in fingers and back.
If yes thn go for some lab test like ra factor, crp,aso titer.
If not thn counslt online to me.

It is advisable to put hot packs on your wrist and finger. Also, you need to do wrist and fingers exercises which will help to relieve pain and stiffness. Basically aim of your treatment plan would be reducing symptoms and slowing the disease progression.
If you wanna know exactly what exercise you must do then you must consult physiotherapist (online consultation is also fine).

Hi I understand your mum has arthritis. If it’s knee or hip joint, you can try glucosamine. Spine arthritis, it’s not useful. Read this link. Dosage there only. Check contraindications. Https://bnf. Nice.org. Uk/drug/glucosamine. Html.

Treatment goals
•to protect the joint from further damages.
•provide pin relief.
•prevent deformity and disabilities.
•increase functional capacity.
•improve flexibility and strength.
•encourage regular exercise.
•improve general fitness.
Physiotherapy modalities
- hot/cold applications- electrical stimulation- hydrotherapy and spa therapy
rehabilitation treatment technique
- rest and splinting
- compression gloves
- assistive devices and adapt...more

Dear from 10 years you are suffering with spine issues then have'nt you consulted orthopedic doc or if you have taken any x-rays? If any reports available do share.
Kindly check for you posture, calcium levels.
Visit physiotherapy clinic and get assessed for the issue or can also visit ortho doc for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Maintain proper posture, avoid prolonged sitting by bending forward/backwards, avoid lifting objects while bending down. Hot pack fwice a day will help red...more

Try increasing folic acid to 5 mg once daily, except on the day of folitrax. If you still continue to have ulcers, consult your rheumatologist. If you have skin rashes or loose stools along with oral ulcers, then stop medication and consult your rheumatologist immediately.