Anyone on here have both osteoarthritis and scoliosis?

Question

How do you cope? What type of pain management do you do? This past week I was in agony. I couldn't function without medication. Then, I just slept. Thankfully, I could just rest and have my family care for my 13 mo. old daughter all week. My doctor wants me to start physical therapy this week.

Answer 1

great big ouch going on for you here now. 10 years ago i was in such pain that i couldn't use the bathroom, or brush my teeth without assistance. it was horrible... i had 2 emergency room visits where demerol was given, i was in such pain. i had 3 series of spinal injections, and the pain ended! i had physical therapy as well, and experience numbness in my left leg, to me a small price to pay for the absence of pain. get a good orthopedic doctor, and run with the advice. i feel that i was given a new lease on life after my pain was gone, and i hope for the same for you!! best of luck!!

Answer 2

I have pretty severe OA but my scoliosis is mild. I'm so sorry to hear about the amount of pain you're experiencing. I think your MD is right. PT would really help build you back up physically. Good luck to you friend.

Answer 3

i have scoliosis it hurts i do exercise