Hip OA pain management tips
Hey folks. 42F, long time lurker on THR subreddit, as I hobble slowly but surely towards what is likely to be a double THR in my future.
I am on the NHS waiting list for an initial consultant appointment. Unfortunately, based in Scotland, the waiting list is approx 72 weeks so I’ll be a while before seeing any ortho specialists.
In the meantime I am looking for tips to manage posterior OA pain in both hips. They are slowly deteriorating and I’m starting to struggle to manage the pain with OTC meds. I’m interested in your specific coping strategies and would love to hear from your experiences.
Feeling lonely and miserable managing this - I know in the end things are likely to get back to normal if/when THR happens but I’m finding it a real mission to keep on top of the mental and physical efforts so am reaching out for support and guidance from you lovely bunch, who know exactly what this is like.