My sister in law has RA and 6 months ago she went on special injections for it. I don't know the name but it's specifically for RA. See if your doctor thinks you're a good candidate for these shots. Evening primrose oil in good for chronic pain and soaking in epsom salts is soothing. Could you do water aerobics to keep you limber and some controlled stretching. I pray your pain gets better ((Rhapsody))