Arthritis in the Hands//Top 5 Facts to know when you have hand arthritis

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Hand joint pain, including thumb pain, is common but still confusing. Today we discuss what all things hand pain: including how to tell if you have osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis and what you can do for your joint pain.
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0:00 Intro
1:12 Osteoarthritis (OA) v Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
7:14 Thumb arthritis
8:47 The genetics of hand arthritis
11:36 How to treat hand arthritis
17:16 Arthritis is not the same as pain
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@marcelacecil3036 7 ай бұрын

I am an old (70’s) lab tech that overused my hands for years. I had carpal tunnel release surgeries in both hands and had lost strength in my hands and had pain in my finger joints. During covid I started making sourdough bread and at first kneading the dough was not very comfortable, but the bread was awesome so I kept going. Today my grip is much better and my pain is minimal and my homemade bread is my grand children’s favorite treat.

@annatanneberger1 Жыл бұрын

The message I keep getting is that arthritis is incurable and unstoppable and it is only a matter of pain management. I'm looking for hope that it can be stopped or at least slowed.

@ginadeacon9920 Жыл бұрын

I'm 65 & for some years, have benefitted from Chia Seeds, soaked overnight in Yoghurt. It has eased my hands so much & am grateful for finding that tip!

@christieclark8053 Жыл бұрын

Re: hand therapy, I was fortunate to have taken piano lessons to grade 8 RCM. I quiute to play Canadian football. My Rheumatologist was giving me injections and a compound on lido/keto . At 71, I couldn't do buttons easily so I returned to the piano - finger exercises, mental discipline to play music and now I hardly need any chemical intervention.

@gabrieleklein9545 Жыл бұрын

I am 73 and a retired nurse. I am OA in several joints but my thumbs are the worst. I found that paraffin wax treatments ( you can buy a kit that melts the wax in a tub) put your hands in and once you remove them, they are coated with warm wax which is soothing for pain and 20 min later peel wax off like a pair of gloves. Really helps me and the extra result is great skin.

@annmcminn5959 Жыл бұрын

I will try it

@lisascott4207 Жыл бұрын

I heard of that as well! I’ll definitely try it! I’m 57 and have it very bad. All my life I worked with my hands. Looking forward to trying it. Thank you

@glanrosemokoko1033 Жыл бұрын

I am

@agnes6179 Жыл бұрын

Great information. Thank you so much.

@giseleaponte4516 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing.

@geraldwalsh6489 Жыл бұрын

Here in Ireland, arthritis is so common due to our cold damp winters. I take turmeric capsules ( with black pepper). They have 80percent irradicated my hand arthritis.

@bigoldgrizzly Жыл бұрын

Made a big difference for me too ! No difference to the bone structure, but the pain and stiffness is very much reduced. Just be aware, it is also a very effective blood thinner so if you are already on blood thinners discuss with your Doctor before using it, and for everyone, make sure you stop using it well before any operation.

@elisebarthalow6075 Жыл бұрын

Yes that blend is a good pain reliever. I sometimes take Boswellia with the other supplements.

@TrishLester Жыл бұрын

How long did you take it before noticing a difference?

@bigoldgrizzly Жыл бұрын

@@TrishLester for me, it was within a couple of days of starting. It helped my knees and hands the most and within a month I was able to give up regular use of anti-inflammatory pills as well

@carolferguson19 Жыл бұрын

Thanks 💕🙏

@jant4741 Жыл бұрын

Osteoporosis of the hand runs in my family. When mine started I checked urine & saliva pH. Low pH. Fresh lemon juice quickly & safely raised pH to neutral, and stopped the red pain. Apparently we have a uric acid issue. I quit sugar and all good now. My story.

@OldJoeBlows Жыл бұрын

Quitting sugar, congrats!!🎉

@frankieclarke8960 Ай бұрын

@@OldJoeBlowso😊

@marie-rosebarnes4639 Жыл бұрын

I have found complete relief from OA pain by entirely avoiding all processed foods and eating at least 30 varied unprocessed foods per week. This allows for good microbes in the gut, and is recommended on a youtube video by Dr. Tim Spector. I hope this helps somebody.😊

@pennyc7064 20 күн бұрын

How long did it take you to get complete relief after stopping processed foods?

@joannac9194 11 ай бұрын

I have had osteoarthritis in my hands for years. What has helped me is lined leather gloves. I keep a pair next to my bed at night, and it helps me tremendously.

@reinerschafer1708 Жыл бұрын

My wife had bad arthritis in her hands and had 3 middle knuckle replacements over the years. She was scheduled to see the surgeon to get two more done. She was also looking for a surgeon to do a knee replacement. She had seen one surgeon but said she was too young at 56 years old for a knee replacement, so she was looking for another as the pain was so severe. At about that time we were looking to lose some weight and deal with some other health issues like pre-diabetes we both had. We decided to go on a therapeutic ketogenic diet. We accomplished to both lose about 50 lbs and, both reversed our pre-diabetes. Long story, short...her arthritis pain disappeared, not only in her hands but also her knee. That was over 3 years ago and she's still pain free. Later we found out that relief of arthritic pain is very common when going low carb. She had no idea at the time that this could happen, but she is extremely happy it did. She just wishes she had known this before having the original knuckle replacements done. The replacements have made her hands much weaker, although she was happy at the time because it removed the pain. We'll never eat high amounts of carbs again, especially refined carbs.

@janaclark Жыл бұрын

Yes, sugars are the root of inflammation.

@connykappes7801 Жыл бұрын

@@janaclark Not only sugar. Red Meat causes inflammation too.

@lolitlaborte7015 8 ай бұрын

@@connykappes7801red meat are inflammatory only if you will eat it with high carb food.

@TheShumoby 7 ай бұрын

I turn keto low carb when I was 40 . But during perimenopausal phase 5 years later, I had joint issues. Going on HRT(estradiol +progesterone) , helped me. BTW, I was never overweight nor had any cardiometabolic dysfunction, but osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis runs in my family

@raylenetatum8185 Жыл бұрын

I am so glad I came across your channel. You have such a warm and caring vibe about you. Will definitely watch your other videos. Thank you.

@adipotgieter5138 2 жыл бұрын

What an amazing doctor with such a lively discourse - thank you, keep up the good work!

@MAC-kl8rd Жыл бұрын

Thank you doctor for taking the time to share this video. I am always researching for answers regarding daily pain. I am grateful to you for this info.😊

@irmamedina8550 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent simple description, thank you Dr. Ortiz...🤗

@fayito9970 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Clear information, and a very reassuring voice! I was able to better understand what's happening to my hands, and relieved to learn there are options out there to deal with the pain.

@charlottemcclelland8372 Жыл бұрын

Wow! Thank you for such useful information presented in plain language. I know now what kind of arthritis I have in my hands and am happy to know that I'm on track with most of the things I'm doing already to live with the condition. What a wonderful service you have provided.

@almazs.1447 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for helping me understand osteoarthritis and the signs and the best way to reduce the pain even though it has no cure . You also explained it in such a good way to understand the difference between RA and Osteoarthritis!

@gingermele3111 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. It’s nice that you sit down and talk with us about what’s going on with the arthritis. No one has done that before. Thank you for your suggestions and I am going to get the game you suggested. This episode helped me a lot and I have subscribed for other episodes Peace

@jeangadsby4466 7 ай бұрын

What an amazing person to get this little dog well against the odds. Tender loving care is why she recovered ❤ x

@barbararobson7969 Жыл бұрын

Omg thank you so much for addressing Osteo arthritis. My hands are huge an swollen but everyone says there is nothing you can do about it. I was trilled to see a Dr talking about it. Thank you

@elsamartinez7905 Жыл бұрын

Glad I found you! Thank you for the tips and knowledge . I have rheumatoid arthritis and submitted myself to shots and other treatments from a local rheumatologist for at least 6 years. I did not feel relief and have opted to learn to deal with episodes of pain and life style changes. I have felt better since I stopped those treatments.

@lindawhite5928 10 ай бұрын

I feel like you were meant to be in my feed today! What an informative and easy to understand video! I have recently been diagnosed with degenerative joint disease in my feet and ankles. My hands are a step behind I'm sure! This video has helped so much, thank you!

@fcmcfcmc 9 ай бұрын

Best 20 minutes I've spent on KZfaq in a long time. Thank you much. And subbed.

@tiffanyb.7596 Жыл бұрын

Grateful for this HELPFUL video!! I haven’t seen a video that explains it so clearly before, so thank you very very much!! 🥰🦋

@jacquimg2469 Жыл бұрын

Your video was very enlightening for me. Now I understand what’s been happening to my left thumb for the past 20 years. Now i understand the differentiation between OA and RA. Thank you very much! At this point there’s not much I can do other than use a towel to help me open a jar. Not terrible in the overall scheme of things.

@ceridwen888 Жыл бұрын

Key take aways for me. Improve your condition by ensuring you have the following. 1.) Healthy, regular, restful sleep. 2.) Quality movement out in nature, movement that gets your heart pumping, movement that excites you. 3.) Good, healthy, sustaining relationships that bring you to life not drain you. 4.) Stress management. Choose things that bring you joy, calm the mind and bring cortisol down. 5.) A healthy, varied diet.

@carolwright2703 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for summarizing this. It was so helpful! :)

@bonnie3937 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@ronniebattle1310 Жыл бұрын

@@bonnie3937 Encounter Ministries KZfaq channel. (Mark Hemans)÷

@misszsazsa6288 Жыл бұрын

I agree! I have an inflammatory arthritis (Axial and Peripheral Spondyloarthritis) which is treated with several medications (an injectable medication Enbrel, Methotrexate, and Hydroxychloroquin) and also Osteoarthritis (knees, ankles, feet, and hands). As the doctor stated, movement is one of our best self-treatments for arthritic pain. I do 3 yoga classes a week and multiple daily walks with my small dog, not long walks since my dog doesn't require the longer walks needed by a big dog nor would a long walk be beneficial to me. Trying to do the longer walks my non-arthritic friends engage in ended up causing me crippling pain, unable to function for days after. My friends' walks were of a length perfect for them, just not of a length or at a pace suitable for me. Along with the doctor's recommendations I would add a positive mindset really helps. I've gone from needing a rollator (rolling walker), then using a single cane, to using no cane at all once I finally received a diagnosis and treatment from my Rheumatologist. My doctor wholeheartedly would agree with all this information!

@ronniebattle1310 Жыл бұрын

@@misszsazsa6288 Encounter Ministries KZfaq channel. (Mark Hemans)#

@bethvancleave7145 Жыл бұрын

Great teacher, your voice is calm easy to hear & your speech is slow & clear enough for old folks to understand, thank you

@wanda12411 Жыл бұрын

I have a friend that was waking up with her hand in a fist and would have to manually open her hand with the other hand. She totally reversed it by eliminating sugar, gluten, red meat, and dairy. I hope this helps someone. 🌸

@renel7303 Жыл бұрын

I believe you. I did whole30 last year where you cut out everything except veg and meat for 30 days. I used it as a short cut to an elimination diet. It made a huge difference. I then added foods back in, except gluten. I am struggling to eliminate sugar and eat very little dairy. I've started with a nutritional counselor who is insisting I need 3 cups of dairy every day. When I asked her about various things she just kept going back to myplate, the current USDA food guidance. I kept telling her there is stuff that causes inflammation in me but she was deaf to it. So glad your friend found such relief.

@evelynmajola3970 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I just noticed that dairy messes me up big time.

@wanda12411 Жыл бұрын

@@evelynmajola3970 about 70 percent of the population is lactose intolerant. Great you made the connection because it’s not always obvious.

@Janana_ Жыл бұрын

Dairy gave me hot joints. I got rid of dairy and and the flares were gone

@patriciafisher1170 Жыл бұрын

I can agree with your friend. I eliminated all those foods but then I did a diet where I eliminated the 7 most common foods to effect ppl It worked. Find out what foods you have an intolerance to and eliminate those. Every one is different

@madeleine7411 Жыл бұрын

You did such a nice job of explaining. You remind me of my husband, a physician who made every medical issue as clear and as concise as possible so that the patient could be a part of solving or managing the issue. Thank you!

@jo-annmaruszak9885 Жыл бұрын

I have daily continuous pain in both thumbs and in my right dominant hand I also have my wrist affected. You are so helpful. Thank you.

@p.harvey4401 5 ай бұрын

We need more physicians like your husband, help us to be a part of the treatment, 69 years young and was diagnosed with arthritis on 2006, worked in corporate, too many hours

@karenamaral3326 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful video you made it very easy to understand the differences between RA and OS. You definitely verified for me on point that I have OS thanks for the great info well done !

@annethomsen4344 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your explanation of arthritis its very helpful to me as a sufferer.

@Trishanduke 11 ай бұрын

Lots of really good information on the differences btw RA and OA and options for treatment. Thank you!

@christophercharles9645 Жыл бұрын

Finding your video (it was just suggested in my feed) was GREAT! I've had worsening symptoms for some time and at my annual physical a few months ago my doctor gave me a referral for a rheumatology consult and a hand surgery consult. The funny thing - by which I mean it's NOT funny in the least - is that the rheumatology office called me a week after my appointment and offered to set up an appointment. I thought this was great...until I found out the next appointment was for this coming October! This is what made your video popping up in my feed SO advantageous - I get a bit of a consult (and some food for thought) prior to my actual appointment. As for your suggestion of physical therapy: I have noticed that my involvement in music (jazz performance on bass) has helped immensely. It's especially helpful (both physically & musically) if I play the instrument everyday. So, I can confirm your recommendation from experience and if you don't play an instrument or perform an activity that utilizes & works your hands, then getting actual physical therapy would be a great addition! Thanks so much for your time!

@sanniyahusain3536 Жыл бұрын

Really appreciate your work, it helps me in understanding my problems in a better way. Thanks on behalf on all the people suffering from rheumatoid arthritis.

@kilive6790 Жыл бұрын

Give this copper bracelet a try, it might help!

@sarahlouisestafford2448 Жыл бұрын

@@kilive6790 my mother wore the copper bracelet all the time x it done nothing for her rheumatoid arthritis in her hands and wrists. I think I have it in both my hands and wrists x osteoarthritis in both my shoulders. I have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis in both my knees and arthritis in both my hips x going for a hip replacement next month. Can't wait till next month. I'm 54, I have other health issues since I was 28. Life not fun anymore and had too retire from what I loved doing, all my life, farming.

@nancyinoregon809 6 ай бұрын

Fantastic presentation, thank you!!! I've been having pain and swelling in a particular knuckle for a few months and was worried it might be RA, but after this video am convinced it's not. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos.

@Maryma564 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this clarifying information. I appreciate the level of instruction and the demystifying of my OA situation. Knowledge is power.

@toyotomikatsumoto7389 Жыл бұрын

I just wanted to pop in and say you've help me understand so much more about RA and other autoimmune diseases. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with the world and aiding people to a better life. ❤️❤️❤️

@nartarlyiatremaynne1239 Жыл бұрын

I concur with your sentiment 100%♡ You are blessed with the most beautiful name. ♡ Australia

@lynnebrooksbank7078 6 ай бұрын

Physio treated wit mith a warm bath inn the hands oof wnax

@rozmom Жыл бұрын

.OMG - I just discovered you and watched this video about osteoarthritis in the hands and I am beyond grateful. First of all your pleasant demeanor, clear speaking & uplifting attitude made it a pleasure to watch you and learn what I could. I have just started to have swollen joints and tenderness or tightness in some of the joints in my right hand. I did find some videos with some strengthening exercises for my hand which I have started to do but I also plan on checking out the app that you mentioned. I felt like I was sitting in your office with you and felt extremely comfortable I can’t thank you enough for the way you share this information. We need more doctors like you thank you Ellen

@mustangtonto5862 10 ай бұрын

EXCELLENT presentation, doctor! Perfect timing for me and my dominant thumb. :). I loved your enthusiastic facial expressions and your flashing eyes. I’ve just subscribed.

@jacquelinelykins4485 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I am dealing with osteoarthritis , psoriatic arthritis and fibromyalgia. To see your video and the encouragement in exercising my hands.

@cindersspace5011 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so very much for popping into my timeline 😁. You’ve clarified so much for me and explained it simply

@lagunamangano 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this information. I am 74 and the arthritis in my hands, especially my left hand because I am left-handed, has been so bad lately. I know it is osteoarthritis and it meets all of the definitions, but it has now gotten to the point that I need to do something more about it because of the pain. I am an artist and painting and drawing keep me from being depressed and it gives me such joy in life, so I do not want to lose my ability to do artwork. I do eat a very healthy diet, so I feel like exercise and relieving stress are the two main areas that I need to work on. We are living in such insane times and it does affect me greatly. I worry way too much about everything and that needs to stop. It is my own fault for not seeking more peace and less chaos. lol It's time to really work on this issue. I will check out that link and again, thank you very much for all the info.

@sheilakerrigan9081 4 ай бұрын

I cried when I read your comments I have exactly the same problem as you Being an Artist helps me to cope with family problems.I am also 78 years old and some family members burden me with their problems and one son shouts at me on the phone.I am looking after my dear husband who is 83 and losing his memory and mobility.I have had a bad pain in my left wrist and hand now for 3 months and can't make art that so makes me peaceful.Thank you for sharing it's good to hear from someone with the same problem.

@siulangitalanoa516 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing! I support 100% the physical exercises helped my ring fingers to move again by using my hands in mixing doughs at cooking etc Few times I need to control the pain but after few attempts , the pain is gone & what I am doing now is keeping exercising my both hands whenever I can . Pain is gone.❤

@irenereintjens8345 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Wanda. I agree . Changing our diet is basic.

@carolferguson19 Жыл бұрын

I just found you 💕 You mentioned pain. I have fibromyalgia and lupus. And alot of Orthopedic problems. I'm 74 and have had fibro half my life. According to my wonderful Rheumatologist who retired "I'm in as much pain as last stage dying Cancer patients" 37 years now. I'm not on opioids. I was on them 2005-2016. Mostly bedridden without. My hands started going numb. Then as the numbness was going away the pain was unbearable. Out of nowhere the numbness came. It lasts long and as it's going away it feels like frostbite. I've injured my hands from carrying in groceries. Then I thought it was maybe arthritis. I have alot of arthritis. My right hand is going numb now. Thank you

@victoriafisher6934 Жыл бұрын

get off nightshade veggies and milk. (dairy)

@meredithjones9720 2 жыл бұрын

This is so helpful thank you!

@nartarlyiatremaynne1239 Жыл бұрын

My hands are beyond painful and my Doctor never wished to address my pain level. He is no longer my Primary Physician. Bless you with your extensive knowledge. I now feel more informed which is a truly wonderful feeling. Australia.

@lornawilliams550 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this information. It's very helpful in furthering my understanding of osteoarthritis.

@debrahalcrow1933 Жыл бұрын

A great educational video. I have osteoarthritis and inherited from my mother. Please keep the videos coming. Very helpful.

@ronniebattle1310 Жыл бұрын

Encounter Ministries KZfaq channel. (Mark Hemans)

@linmartin5398 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I was wondering why my thumb hurt around the joint. You described exactly what is happening with my thumb.

@ianbarbarafry575 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for such helpful explanations and advice.

@dprout3392 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for a very enlightening presentation.

@zstroud5698 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this informative and helpful video. Having this subject explained so simply is a blessing.

@jeannettejeffreys7829 2 жыл бұрын

So helpful. I’ll be 80 in a few months and I have osteo arthritis in several areas , neck, back,feet. I continue to walk and do Pilates and yoga and exercise is so helpful. Thank you for your videos🇨🇦

@ronniebattle1310 Жыл бұрын

Encounter Ministries KZfaq channel. (Mark Hemans)

@michellec2899 Жыл бұрын

Howdy! Coming from Alberta here , I’m having problems with my body arthritis, I walk,yoga also but you mentioned palates.I’m wondering if it’s difficult, I have osteoarthritis all over my body, I’m taking CBD oil which helps a lot. Thanks for your time.🍁🍁🍁

@ronniebattle1310 Жыл бұрын

@@michellec2899 Encounter Ministries KZfaq channel. (Mark Hemans)#

@natalievancouver8188 Жыл бұрын

@@michellec2899 Pilates is a great way to stretch out your muscles and build strength in all areas of one’s body✌🏼you slowly build up strength and isolate different muscle groups. It a bit similar to yoga in that it looks easy but it’s not especially just starting out. Find someone who is accredited in teaching Pilates so you learn proper technique and have less chance of injuring yourself. In Canada as well so you can easily research properly trained people as well as studios. Keep up the amazing work it’s inspiring! 💕

@eileenrochon6190 Жыл бұрын

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@abjkl 10 ай бұрын

Great video! Very informative. You touched on so many points (really appreciated the mention of exercise and diet, etc.). Thank you.

@rietta1166 Жыл бұрын

THANKYOU so much for this. You have made me understand what I have. God bless you🙏

@tagdreamer1526 Жыл бұрын

Good morning, I saw the video, thank you for the explanation, I have osteoarthritis and I wanted to share, how I stopped the pain naturally. I studied macrobiotic and with my studies I self treated. It’s very simple but very difficult to do at the same time, at least at the beginning. I started with intermittent fasting, one meal a day, did that for 2 years, then I added to my life style, no sugar of any kind and no gluten or substitute of it. The only sugar I take is from whole fruits and that’s only a couple during my one meal a day as a desert. I am leaving a pain free life style and I feel as if I don’t have arthritis at all, not only that, but I have experienced so many wonderful changes in my body and mind. Hope this helps.

@stephanieevans941 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this informative video. I have RA, diagnosed 2 years ago by blood test. My mother also had RA so my symptoms were/are the same. I started on Naproxen, which did not help much, but have just seen a consultant who has prescribed Prednisolone, on a gradually reducing dose. It instantly stopped the agnonising knee pain and other pain, but as the dose reducing, some pain returning, though low level. I will be seeing the consultant again in a month, so will see what transpires. My x rays were better than expected, but CCP showed "highly positive". I am trying to improve my diet, finding out what foods are good/bad, given up alcohol and don't smoke, just trying to help myself as much as possible. I find the extreme fatigue hard to cope with but trying to exercise gently.

@tracylee4442 Жыл бұрын

This was a great talk. Thank you!

@roselafosse4785 4 ай бұрын

Excellent presentation. I have both RA and OA, and have plowed through a lot of mud to get where I am. You highlight so many good points that took me years to find out. Thank you for your clarity of thought.

@amioffenbacher4835 4 ай бұрын

I also have both, I was told that was impossible. Tried steroids but I'm a Type 2 Diabetic and my glucose levels rose sky high, I had to be hospitalized. Then tried methotrexate, but had bad physical reactions so now, I'm not on any medication and just suffer.

@caroleangel9287 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, a wonderful, informative video. Betty Davis was correct when she said growing old is not for sissies… OA can be very uncomfortable…

@Mekhinya 2 жыл бұрын

Great information!!

@maryfeigen7715 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Very well done. Excellent explanation.

@gladiolye Жыл бұрын

Thank you you answered all my questions. Thank you so much the video is quite clear and educational

@lmansur1000 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your thoroughness and also for all the links and resources you have added. Very nice! Appreciated !!

@kathleencorrente5917 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I appreciate your videos have helped me so much!

@ronniebattle1310 Жыл бұрын

Encounter Ministries KZfaq channel. (Mark Hemans)

@bonnieavelar2179 Жыл бұрын

I liked that you talked about hand arthritis. My thumb hurts once in awhile. I really liked all you talked about on this video. I'm going to be 68 years old in July. Thank you.

@lakeside23 11 ай бұрын

Virtual Hand Care is a great channel for anything to do with hands. I'm using her thumb arthritis program right now!

@sabineb6984 Жыл бұрын

That was an interesting video. I suffer from osteoarthritis in my lower thumb/wrist area. But have to say that turmeric (1 tablet taken every day) has made a huge difference. I've hardly got any pain now only a bit of discomfort from time to time.

@hattiem.7966 Жыл бұрын

Can you take it with other prescriptions?I'm on 4 meds for various issues.

@sabineb6984 Жыл бұрын

@@hattiem.7966 Hi Hattie, I would check with the GP/medical professional. I take other nutritional supplements (ie multivitamin and collagen) and HRT and have no problems. Also, my partner is an osteopath and I doublechecked with him. Depending on what medication you are on I would highly recommend checking with a medical professional first. But if you can take it I think it can work really well for OA, and some of our patients take it, too. Hope this helps.

@bigoldgrizzly Жыл бұрын

@@hattiem.7966 Be careful as curcumin is a fairly strong blood thinner - best to talk to your Doctor first to see if this is OK with your other pills.

@hattiem.7966 Жыл бұрын

@@bigoldgrizzly I'm not on blood thinners and I'm not going to list what meds I am on either.

@bigoldgrizzly Жыл бұрын

@@hattiem.7966 nor me, it would take far too long ;

@PrayerfullyBlessedMama Жыл бұрын

I’m 35. Was told as a child I would “have arthritis” and have yet to get an official diagnosis or be taken seriously by any doctor I can afford to go to. I gave up 5 years ago on the business of “health care”. But I struggle daily, especially in the winter. My fingers drift and my knuckles are lumpy. Thank you for making this video.

@BetterCallSauS Жыл бұрын

I may have something similar, joint inflammation and pain in my hands that has come about quite suddenly. And twisting and turning of the fingers too. Apparently I don't have a clinical type of arthritis, but it's certainly painful and frustrating to make no progress.

@miamorfati7451 Жыл бұрын

hahaa I am 32 and right after my 3rd dose of covid vaccines,I've got a rheumatoid arthritis🤣and I felt it till now,so I don't have proper medication from the doctors yet I only change my diet...and it works slowly

@falconheavy595 11 ай бұрын

@@miamorfati7451 what kind of diet ?

@joanmcmanus1762 10 ай бұрын

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@joanmcmanus1762 10 ай бұрын

What diet

@nickyrobinson701 23 күн бұрын

This is wonderful information and has really enlightened me!! Thank you!😍

@douglasabele8210 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for going over Osteoarthritis with me . I played my Steel and Nylon guitar for 20 years and loved it. Thanks again!!

@lisaschooler9992 4 ай бұрын

May I ask whether you also have those Heberden’s nodules on your fingers? I’m having a difficult time even keyboarding anymore because my fingers are all crooked and aren’t hitting the right things. But that’s nothing compared to the precision required of playing a guitar so best wishes to you :-)

@nainamehra5347 Жыл бұрын

I have really severe RA all over & my hands definitely have drastic changes . But to anyone reading this I have to tell you that I started taking liquid Turmeric , Collagen , Flaxseed Oil & Black Seed oil daily a year ago & my inflammation level is almost down to zero for the first time sine I was 23 yrs. Old . It works . Please look into it. I am pretty much pain free in almost most parts of my body .

@rosekinnison4724 2 ай бұрын

I was diagnosed at 23 two and I am 54. I should try what you are talking about.

@janewilding1345 Жыл бұрын

I came across your video and found it so useful. I have OA in my hands as does my sister, our Mum and our Grandmother. At times I can’t believe that such a small joint can cause such pain. I also have stenosis which for a time was unbearable but following a consultation with a muscular skeletal expert is under control with medication. I’m in my 60’s and getting old is no fun 😅. Thank you again 😘

@adedayoodusote2730 Жыл бұрын

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@granmabern5283 Жыл бұрын

I have both, also. Have you stabilized the stenosis?😮

@janewilding1345 Жыл бұрын

@@granmabern5283 I have stabilised my stenosis, although I sometimes get mild symptoms first thing in the morning but nothing like when they were chronic and impacting my quality of life. I take supplements, magnesium, vitamin D, turmeric and a couple of others. Also prescribed amitriptyline (before 8 PM but at night as I’ve felt drowsy before), codeine (only 2 first thing and again if I have symptoms) and paracetamol. I have read that amitriptyline can reduce the benefits of magnesium but I take it anyway. My challenge right now is high cholesterol and blood pressure - I’m talking to the Dr today about cholesterol and getting my blood pressure taken again this afternoon 😢. It’s likely to be familial as my Mum, Dad, sister and brother all have history. Happy days eh!! I wish you luck and hope you get on top of your health as well 🥰

@michellealbrecht2222 10 ай бұрын

I'm very curious about the muscular skeletal expert. I've seen many doctors and have had one surgery and not planning on having more. However, I struggle with meds

@ritastutler1470 6 ай бұрын

What helps your stenosis..I have severe stenosis, ruptured discs, torn disc, facet disease, degenerative disease and a doctor told me I have a large kink in my back. I had l4 and 5 fused ,…now above and below are bad. I am pretty miserable and stay tired . I do stay active as possible.

@lindaj.herzog7392 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the clarity in your explanation. I shared with my girls. We all have OA.

@KathieCroninCronin Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the information, well done.

@carolweber573 11 ай бұрын

I am also a newly retired OR manager, 73 years young, and have noticed OA of my left distal thumb joint. I really appreciate your education on the difference between RA and OA. Thank you.

@rweyoraangela1023 4 ай бұрын

Am 70 years old,ayear ago I had Total hip replacement due Osteothrosis and Rheumatoid arthritis but now i've upper muscle wasting. .

@claudettehernandez3402 Жыл бұрын

I’ve had osteoarthritis since 2006 when I noticed my thumb knuckles started hurting, swelling and feeling stiff. No swelling on the base of thumb just the knuckles. A decade later 2 other knuckles affected and recently right center finger started aching and I could see it changing throughout the day and days. My mother has rheumatoid arthritis and won’t use her hands much. I don’t let it bother me and continue to do what I do gardening and yard work. I don’t use any pain meds, Ive lived with pain for the past 25 years with MS and arthritis is nothing.

@DoreenMellor Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, this has been great information, very much appreciated.

@elenaraps6612 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for all your information. I definitely find good nutrition, cutting suger out of the diet , cuts down on pain. Regular exercise is also very beneficial like regular swimming

@INFJparadox Жыл бұрын

I'm 52 and have degenerative arthritis in my left hand (not dominant for me) and it gets extremely painful. Maybe because I have been typing since I was 16 and have been a secretary my entire career. I have arthritis in my hips as well. My mother doesn't have any of this, but my grandmother, great-grandmother and other relatives did have incredibly painful arthritis. I always go the *natural route and greatly appreciate your in-depth explanation. And definitely checking out that app :) Thank you!

@joyrobin947 Жыл бұрын

I had surgery for my thumb arthritis and it helped me.

@akhtarbegum1219 10 ай бұрын

Whoaw am 52 too and jst got it and hv been a secretary...office manager for long. I jst got a grandson m.suppose to jelp my daugjter and BAM...suddenly my hands shoulders elbow jst siffened bad. Am scared of my future. But hv cut off mean and carb and it has lessened. Been 2weeks.

@TheShumoby 7 ай бұрын

Have you tried hormonal therapy. After taking estradiol and progesterone capsule cyclically, mine went away😊

@dr.gowrigajendran844 4 ай бұрын

It' s really the good explanation anyone could give,I also appreciate the guidance given to reduce the pain ,also life style changes to be followed to feel less pain ❤😅🎉

@milawanklyn5581 3 ай бұрын

yes, it 's a job related I 'm retired. Registered nurse suffering back pain and bilateral knee pain 99% from 50 years old onward have arthritis

@marlenejones6266 Жыл бұрын

I had the base of the thumb fixed surgically. They removed the large joint near the wrist and replaced it with the tendon in my arm. A very cool way of making a new joint....roll the tendon up and pop it in the spot they removed the arthritic joint. The left needs it now. Not having that done for a while. That was a painful long recovery.

@Laurenski67 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for such an informative video!

@charlesvo2450 4 ай бұрын

I'm glad your informations guider and I 've feeling pains reduces 80% before occurred. Stunningly guider .Thanks

@sundrghealth780 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for educating me about osteoarthritis, its symptoms, and the most effective pain relief techniques, despite the disease's incurability. You also explained the distinction between Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis so well!

@nicynu6202 Жыл бұрын

I just found your youtube channel so will be watching a lot more of your videos especially on RA. I've had RA for 43 years (i'm 55). I have it in every joint and have 8 artificial joints with more to come. I have worked all my adult life and the joint replacements keep me working so far. The interesting thing is that no one in the known family has RA. I fully believe in "use it or lose it". I've also been lucky enough to have been able to manage my pain for the most with little to no pain medication although it's been very rough at times. I'm also grateful for all the Rheumatologists, Orthopedic surgeons, Nurses, medical researchers, physiotherapists and anyone else that helps make peoples lives better. Thank you very much.

@nuritlessem9821 8 ай бұрын

thank you so much for this informative and very kind and sympathetic video .

@michaelghebre Жыл бұрын

I appreciate you for the information in your video ,it is very helpful speak you gave us true knowledge about RA and OR. Nice presentation and smile.

@simarjitkaur3411 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for such a charismatic and informed share. Really great the way you present a difficult subject. It would be great to see how your day to day life as a doctor goes.....eg....is typing going to help us re hand therapy etc...and more on movement that can help....Thanks

@drevil4454 Жыл бұрын

At age 30 i was diagnosed with rumatoid arthritis. I could literraly not walk for 6 months. All my joints were affected as well as my muscle tissues. I recieved all kinds of treatment some worked some did. At one point i decided this thing will either beat me or i will live with it best i can. Today 25 years later i use no medicine but i became very active. I'm now a pro triathlon athlete. Yes some days are bad and some days are not so bad but you just live with it. That's alll....

@urnosey23 Жыл бұрын

❤️thanks for your time and expertise 😊

@gregoryfaith4303 5 ай бұрын

I was recently diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis in my hands & feet as I turned 66 years young. It is a bother now, but is expected to become more severe as time goes marching on. Thanks for the presentation.

@lyndasymms3779 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for providing this extremely informative vIdeo. Having developed dreadful nobly finger joints, which are having a severe affect I’m ability to use a keyboard accurately, and dexterity to use a sewing needle your clear narrative allowed me to understand the difference between the RA and OA conditions, which will enable me to direct my management of the condition that seems to have ‘crept up on me’, causing significant restrictions in the use of both hands.

@pennyk1943 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video. I have osteoarthritis on the hand, thumb specifically. Speak loudly and thank you for your time to clarify the difference 👍💪 genetics is correct, both mom& dad and sister

@lodemasnomeinteresa Жыл бұрын

Thank you Doctor . You are amazing .

@katherinewaldman73 Жыл бұрын

Thanks I will try this every day

@748xxjxxexx9 2 жыл бұрын

It's 1:46am here in Sydney and I can't sleep because the pain is SO bad!!!!! 😓😓😓😓😓😓 Thank you for your videos, they really help me to understand what I'm going through. Rather than all I know, which is it hurts

@maryfisher6569 Жыл бұрын

I hope you have found some relief. I started taking turmeric and it has helped immensely. I would take it twice a day with your level being so high. I stopped for a week and noticed how much my hands and knee hurt. Please try it!!!! It cant hurt.

@dw8434 Жыл бұрын

I used to suffer too but Dr Berg helped me with his informative videos. He has a natural more simple explanation and solution to your problem. I got rid of it all by cleansing my liver. It will lower your inflammation and rid of your arthritis.

@margaretsmith9637 Жыл бұрын

You could look into low dose naltrexone. I hope you find relief.

@bernadetteschoni9227 Жыл бұрын

I went vegan and after month pain and inflammations disappeared entirely😊

@sawdust2556 Жыл бұрын

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