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I have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis mainly in my hands and fingers. My thumbs hurt the worst. but I also have it in my shoulders some. I was in a car accident and fractured my right pelvis and have calcium buildup in the fractures so sometimes that hurts as well. I am 70 but still work full time, as I have very little savings, from a lifetime of only having access to low wage jobs. I lived most of my life in a very small town. Is there anything that actually helps with the pain? s
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Some remedies to ease the pain are: -Applying an ice pack in 20-minute intervals -take anti inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day -streching exercise can help
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How Cans Severe Pain In The Thumbs Be Treated?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Some remedies to ease the pain are: -Applying an ice pack in 20-minute intervals -take anti inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen 400 mg three times a day -streching exercise can help Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.