Osteo arthritis

[jondear]

I've had a troublesome knee for most of this year comes and goes . Finally spoke to doctor back in November had an x-ray .I got a call from doctors receptionist to say it's Osteo arthritis .So I ask what to do now ?She says ring physiotherapy .So I do and basically there's none available because all redeployed in NHS .They will ring when back to normal . Whenever that is!
Is there anything I can do to help it ?
I'm 46 .

 

[harrow]

My wife has had physiotherapy by telephone or pay and go private

 

[jondear]

My wife has had physiotherapy by telephone or pay and go private

Yes I have made an appointment to see my osteopath which I see occasionally for back .

 

[Princess Pooper]

I had physio for osteoarthritis in knees 2 years ago and it really helped. Main message is to keep using it rather than resting it, unless in severe pain. Most of the physio is actually done at home; Was going to upload my printouts for home exercise for you but just found these - reputable sources and 'starter level'. I had to do 6 weeks of exercise before my first appointment, then I carried on with progressively harder ones with monthly appointments to assess progress for 4 months.
. https://www.pennine-gp-training.co.uk/res/Physio OA of the knee.pdf

https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/media/186173/knee-exercises.pdf

https://www.pat.nhs.uk/our-services/Physio-exercise/Knee%20Osteoarthritis%20Exercises.pdf

 

[onesiedale]

Exactly the same here. As PP says, exercise is what will be prescribed.
I've attached the worksheet I was given. Keep at it and build up strength in the leg muscles

 

[HolzKopf]

Isn't that the warmth and camaraderie of TFF - two members coming right in with help and practical assistance. Well done @Princess Pooper and @onesiedale - it's what it's all about. Friendship in our community

 

[jondear]

Thank you both

 

[puppet]

Have a look at NHS Inform and go to MSK page. All the physio advice will be there

 

[winchman]

Firstly I would defiantly get a second opinion from a Knee specialist
I have Physio for 4 years on my hands , specialist hand surgeon took one look at them and told me Wrist joints are worn out you need an op to rebuild the joint, so wasted 4 years, had one operated on and whilst its not perfect its a lot better.