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Apr 10, 2011, 04:15 PM
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i'm only 16 and i think i have already started to develop osteoarthritis. i have patellofemoral syndrome and it hasn't gotten much better at all. does anyone have osteoarthritis? what helps with the pain?
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Apr 10, 2011, 05:30 PM
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I started to get that at 16 too. No fun. As for the pain, I've found that not doing anything real strenuous helps. Had to really cut back on the activities I enjoyed. I wear a knee brace if doing anything other than walking (if walking inclines or uneven ground I wear the brace). My knee also dislocates (hence the brace). I ice it when it hurts. For me heat makes the pain worse. Advil sometimes helps. I don't tolerate pain meds all that well, but occasionally Tramadol will help, but makes me sleepy. PM me if you want to talk more.
 lxe (your not alone)
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Apr 10, 2011, 05:37 PM
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yeah, my physical therapist told me to wear a compression brace which would help. i think she is looking into finding a brace that will hold my kneecap in a position that i would be able to move it, but it would be in line so my bones won't scrape together as much (sounds expensive). she also says i may have to take a break from tennis (which i LOVE SO MUCH)
 I REALLY DONT WANT TO. working out is a huge part of coping with my daily stress. i've already stopped running. i really only do the playing part now. i'm just nervous about advil and stuff because it really isn't good for you... and i cant continually ice. idk. :/
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Apr 10, 2011, 05:45 PM
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I started walking, instead of running. I can see where your PT (physical therapist) would want you to take a break from Tennis. That puts a lot of pressure on your knee. Have you tried swimming? Being in the pool helped me. Not as much pressure on your knee. Advil in moderation isn't so bad. I have continually iced (not saying its a good thing) but I've done it before just to make the pain go away. So sorry.
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Apr 10, 2011, 05:48 PM
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yeah, i see her point. i just dont want to give it up.
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Apr 10, 2011, 11:04 PM
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I have osteoarthritis in my ankle from braking my foot and spraining my ankle really bad. I take indomethacin prn which helps a little bit. I have yet to find something that takes the pain away completely.
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Apr 11, 2011, 07:58 PM
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i'm getting some new braces for both my knees, i just ordered them today. yippee!
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Apr 13, 2011, 08:39 AM
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Oh yes = I have osteoarthritis in my whole spine, and it's a new experience in PAIN.
 My Mother never told me getting old would be this hard!! LOL I'm sorry you're having such trouble at such a YOUNG age!!! I hope something can be done for you. God bless and good luck! Hugs, Lee
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Apr 14, 2011, 03:37 PM
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I'm sorry you are having to deal with all this at such a young age. My osteo started in my knees when I was 16. I am now 28 with arthritis plaging my entire spine (amongst many others issues in my back) and in both knees have significant damage because of the arthritis. I hope you can find some relief *hugs*
-Jess
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