I’m 68 have osteoarthritis. Can’t get rid of pain. Can Someone help?

Just a few suggestions I have that have helped me with my osteoarthritis and getting over fractures of both lower extremities. I found that Gabapentin is good, and I use heat rubs as Voltaren and body rubs, to help soothe the discomfort. I take an occasional Toradol for excessive discomfort. Hope this helps.

@healthalainl hi, I'm new to this forum, desperately trying to find help for my terrible hip and lower back pain. Osteoarthritis. I have had corticosteroid shots and they were very helpful but dr won't give me any more
Went to pain management and dr wants to give me shot in my spine, I told her I had one some years ago and it did no good and I asked for a corticosteroid shot and was extremely rude with me and abruptly left the room. I take 1000mg Ibuprofen and 600mg acetaminophen and 800mg gabapentin but it barely touches to pain any more.
I use heat and ice.
I am barely moving.
Looking for anti inflammatory diet and herbs 😑

@ellensm60
You can get prolozone injections -see you tube videos -it’s oxygen , vitamins ans minerals - rebuilds bones and cartilage /unfortunately insurance doesn’t usually cover it /but it’s life changing

@ellensm60 & @mnurse - Prolotherapy has been found to provide relief for some with arthritis - this is different from "prolozone injections" in non-clinical settings.
You can take a look here if you would like the scientific perspective:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9235417/
The bad news is that there is not yet a large enough body of proof to convince Medicare and insurance companies to cover this as a routine procedure, so the patient must pay. It typically takes years of evidence, and a number of research studies to "move the needle" and add covered treatments - but this is a good thing. It has not been around long enough to show that it is safe long-term, and that the relief lasts.

You might try the supplement Cartigenix HP
My husband who took the supplement only after I begged him and never believes supplements work, had significant pain relief in some bone on bone problems. Plus, he has noticed that he is more limber. I came in to find him raising and lowering himself to a sitting postion on the floor (age 74). He said that he had not been able to do that without the "old man's drop" in years.
Based on clinical studies, Cartigenix HP may help manage osteoarthritis (OA) pain in the hip and thigh by addressing the underlying causes of joint degeneration. It is designed to support cartilage health, reduce inflammation, and improve mobility.
Here is how Cartigenix HP supports hip and thigh pain relief, according to the available information:
Clinically Studied Results: In studies, Cartigenix HP (a blend of Boswellia and celery seed extract) demonstrated a significant reduction in pain and stiffness. One study showed a 67.7% reduction in visual analog scale (VAS) pain scores in knee OA patients.
Targeted Relief: While many studies focus on knee osteoarthritis, the formula is indicated for overall joint health—including hips and shoulders—by reducing inflammation (IL-6, TNF-α, MMPs) and promoting cartilage turnover.
Faster, Sustained Relief: Users and studies suggest that improvements in comfort can be felt in as little as one week, with long-term benefits for mobility.
Mechanisms of Action: The formula targets the "root cause" of OA by increasing cartilage regeneration markers by 50% and reducing breakdown markers (CTX, uCTX) by 50%. It acts as a natural alternative to NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).

Just FYI, I was prescribed hydrochloroquin for osteo and rheumatoid arthritis and it also helps all my spine issues.

@sueinmn My husband was diagnosed with osteoarthritis in his shoulders and wrist about 5 years ago. A Chiro suggested he try prolotherapy . . . no promises as it does not always work. He decided to help with the pain, it was worth a try. He had 3 sessions, once a month, for 3 months. He is still pain free 5 years later. I hope you will find relief somehow.

@sunny2daytoday My arthritis is rheumatoid, and it took a DMARD, leflunomide, to get my pain under control.

I use Aleve 2x s day (AM and PM) and use Frankincense balm (from Vitality Extracts) which surprisingly helps a lot. I use the balm 2x a day, too. That helps my osteoarthritis pain. I'm on Evenity for severe osteoporosis and that pain feels like my bones are crumbling. The Frankincense helps about 10% with that pain.