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Do Percocet's help with osteoarthritis of the knees.?
No. Percocet is just a pain reliever.
What are the symptoms and treatment for osteoarthritis?
Yes, osteoarthritis can cause back pain. You should consult with your physician to find out if that is the cause of the pain. If so, there are analgesics you can take to relieve the pain. In the meantime, ibuprofen may help. You may also want to consult with a chiropractor for relief of the back pain, regardless of what is causing it.
Why is ketoprofen prescribed-?
They are prescribed for the treatment of inflammation and pain caused by osteoarthritis.
Is osteoarthritis joint pain common?
Osteoarthritis joint pain is very common in older Americans. It starts as slight joint pain, then gets gradually worse. Barometric pressure often has an effect on the pain level.
Are facet injections still given for osteoarthritis?
I am assuming that by "facet injections" you mean hydrocortisone injections at the site of spinal facets for pain relief. I still get them about every 6 months or so. I have a combination of osteoarthritis and degenerative disc disease and the injections do help manage my pain.
What is poly-osteoarthritis?
Poly Arthritis is polyarticular osteoarthritis. This particular type of arthritis is characterized by pain in multiple joints as opposed to monoarticular arthritis which is pain in one joint.
What is mobic used for?
Mobic is used for helping with pain by osteoarthritis. Mild pain releiver.
Does Sam-E help fibromyalgia?
There has been no scientific proof that Sam-E helps Fibromyalgia pain. However, anecdotal evidence does seem to indicate that it can help in some cases. It has been shown to ease the pain of Osteoarthritis.
Can a build up of poop cause your back to hurt when you have osteoarthritis?
Yes, a buildup of stool, or constipation, can potentially cause back pain, even in individuals with osteoarthritis. The pressure from a full bowel can lead to discomfort in the lower back, as it may cause strain on the surrounding muscles and ligaments. Additionally, the pain could be exacerbated by existing joint issues related to osteoarthritis. Therefore, addressing constipation may help alleviate some of the back pain experienced.
Can sulfa drugs ease the pain of osteoarthritis?
No Sulfa drugs are sometime used to treat facets of osteoarthritis. The pain in osteo artritis is caused by the damage done to the joints as a result of cartilage loss.
Relationship between knee osteoarthritis and low back pain?
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What ICD-9 diagnostic code should be used for sacroiliac joint-mediated pain due to osteoarthritis?
You can code Osteoarthritis as principal diagnosis
