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Thumb and hand joint pain arthritis

Posted by focusonyousalon @focusonyousalon, Mar 9, 2022

I’m looking for everyone’s opinion on a joint supplement to help with inflammation. I am a hairstylist and have trouble with my thumb joints so many supplements are on the market. I’m looking into many different ones and want to get a feel for what people of had success with

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Mariette R. | @marietter | 2 days ago
In reply to @sueinmn "I can sympathize. My dentist even remarked on the appearance of my hands when I was..." + (show)
@sueinmn

I can sympathize. My dentist even remarked on the appearance of my hands when I was explaining I had to find al alternative to flossing my teeth!

As for the walker, have you considered an upright walker, often known as an "up walker" or "rollator" - many of my friends with mobility issues use them - it improves posture and you actually maneuver the walker with your entire upper body, with forearms resting on cushions. The only gripping required is to brake. Two of my 80+ friends actually walk a mile each morning on fairly flat terrain using theirs - something they could never do with a traditional walker.

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I can’t use the string floss either. So I use Oral-B Gum Care floss picks shred resistant too. So much easier.

I did purchase an upright rollator as well. It has a nice seat. The arm rests are great too.

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SusanEllen66 | @SusanEllen66 | 2 days ago
In reply to @sueinmn "I can sympathize. My dentist even remarked on the appearance of my hands when I was..." + (show)
@sueinmn

I can sympathize. My dentist even remarked on the appearance of my hands when I was explaining I had to find al alternative to flossing my teeth!

As for the walker, have you considered an upright walker, often known as an "up walker" or "rollator" - many of my friends with mobility issues use them - it improves posture and you actually maneuver the walker with your entire upper body, with forearms resting on cushions. The only gripping required is to brake. Two of my 80+ friends actually walk a mile each morning on fairly flat terrain using theirs - something they could never do with a traditional walker.

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@sueinmn thanks for the picture. I do have a rollator, and I will check this one out.

For my teeth, I have found the, GUM. Comfort Slide Flosser Pickers ard the best way to floss. I can clean under the gums too. The hygienist couldn’t believe I had no buildup.

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | 2 days ago
In reply to @marietter "In addition to Diclofenac gel (Voltaren) I use 4% lidocaine . I use this on my..." + (show)
@marietter

In addition to Diclofenac gel (Voltaren) I use 4% lidocaine . I use this on my OA joints. Great relief . Wal-Mart’s equate brand for both is a lot less expensive and works as well as the Brand names.

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My husband recently suggested the lidocaine. I will get some tomorrow to try.

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