Best Way To Stop Arthritis - Or At Least Slow It Down
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- There is no cure for arthritis. However, there are certain things you can do to slow down or even stop the progression of arthritis. The surgeons discuss three steps to take if you have arthritis and you want to slow the progression of arthritis.
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I have never in my 82 years had a "paid' doctor spend this amount of time explaining any health concern, especially my arthritic condition. Thank you.
You are very welcome M. Doing our best. Thanks for watching and subscribing
Wow, and I only had to wait 53!
Ich auch nicht....when it hurts. I walk. 200 steps. Ok. 800. Ok. 2000.....Berlin I come back....day by day. Not to much eating a,sip of wino. Not to much....streching.....praying.....laughing....i am old no meds...each year blood work. No trust in doctors. It's a business....frontdesk drones always. Busy.....good bees...alles,liebe
Don't thank them they told you nothing only how uneducated they are
Boy, did I get lucky?,…my wife insisted on adopting a dog from one of our local shelters. He’s 80lbs, and he loves to go for a run/walk every morning, like clockwork. Guess who’s being dragged at the other end of the leash?.., Me. Since we’ve got him, I have lost 40lbs in the last 6 months. No more aches in my joints. I Love this dog!!!
Hi Chris P. That is awesome. Dogs are the best. Congrats. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
They’re God’s gift.
@@Mrs.TJTaylor Always remember we must repent of our sins (sin is transgression The Law Of Yahuah The Father in Heaven. The Law are The Books: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, & Deuteronomy). We must repent of our sins and Have Belief On Yahusha The Messiah. HE Died and Rose three days later so that we can be forgiven of our sins!
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I've always told my Mother that my dogs have saved my life. WHY...they helped me with depression and stress. When I go through stress I walk more instead of starting smoking again. At one time I lost my job I walked my dog 5 times a day for a while good thing he was young enough.
I thank Baby Jesus for the gift of the dog to you.
1. stay active
2. avoid high-impact activity - no running, no jumping
3. be a healthy weight
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Boric Acid (Borax)
I think these things target the periodontal bacteria which may cause arthritis
thanks 😊
@@prioris55555 is boric acid in a tablet? I never heard of that. Because I have gum problems so I'm interested. And you take it everyday?
How would you take borax? In water?
@@sosad9381 biocell hyaluronic acid will regenerate gums in 2-3 months. Just take 2-3 capsules of brand - doctor best hyaluronic acid (includes collagen,chondroitin). can be found on amazon.
It also cures herniated discs, back problems and 90% of sciatica within 6 weeks. cured my severe sciatica in 10 days. just took a couple capsules. it regenerates the gel in the discs.
put 1/8 to 1/4 tsp of borax in warm water. wait until cloudy water turns clear. it turns to boric acid in stomach. i take some in morning and some in evening. experiment with it about 5 days a week.
instead of having to make it every day, i just put 1 tsp in glass of water and divide that over the week into another glass.
At age 67, I was in the hospital bleeding to death with two ulcers in my colon from taking NSAIDs for arthritis pain. Lying there bleeding while doctors and nurses came in my room in haz mat suits, I knew what I had to do: over the next 8 months, I lost 60 pounds (went vegan) to reduce the weight on my joints, started doing arthritis exercises in the pool at the Y to build up the muscles around my joints, and started taking turmeric for inflammation. The results have been remarkable. I've kept off the weight, feel amazing, and only take tylenol occasionally for pain now.
That is amazing Eleanor!! Way to go. Thanks for watching and subscribing
I take turmeric daily and have also lost weight going vegan. First thing I quit was all dairy and I mean ALL! And within weeks I was out of my wheelchair.
Congratulations on your success.
Way to go Eleanor! Thanks so much for sharing your very inspirational story! 😀
I take turmeric too, but what really seemed to help was getting these blended hydrogenated poison oils that they put in foods out of my diet! Sweets and chips cause inflammation in the joints, but now I’m rolllerskating with minimal pain at 54 so I’m excited!
I lost my weight by going on a High Protein low carb diet. I am also sensitive to Naproxen and all NSAID. I also have ulcers. I take CUMCURIN the active part of turmeric in golden milk. I replaced Turmeric with cumcurim in the mixture. I now sleep like a baby.
I swim 1-2 miles, 5-7 days a week. I walk on the treadmill to get some weight bearing exercise. I avoid sugar and foods that cause inflammation. I love your informative videos. You two crack me up.
Lisa you have cracked the code. Nice work. Thanks for watching and subscribing
Y'all named my top 3 tips for avoiding joint issues! I would add, cut the sugar or anything that promotes an inflammatory process and make your exercise regimen priority over almost everything else. I'm 71, a two-time cancer survivor, I dislocated my left knee twice, I have AC joint dislocation, SC joint dislocation and I still ride my bike and go to the gym regularly. Basically, if you sit, you die! Y'all are awesome!
Thanks so much Greg! Also thank you for sharing your perspective and story. Sounds like you have had your fair share of injuries. Keep moving! Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
I would say u r awesome ❣️
Keep going Greg
You are my hero sir
If you sit you will die this is what I tell my wife who has RA and her doc only gives her pain meds, she has always been inactive and now in her later years of life it is taking away her quality of life.
My grandma told me years ago, if you get arthritis, don't sit down. Once you sit down and do nothing, you'll never get up. I loved that advice and took it to heart. There's days my fingers, knees and back are killin me, but I get up and move!
Your grandma was smart ethelmurmur. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
Yes! Use it or lose it . I’m trying to get what I lost back
Thank you.
@@TalkingWithDocsOld fashioned rocking chairs are a form of exercise.😅
Thanks for the advise, makes me feel better
The best advice I can give anyone based on my own experience is to exercise and do the RIGHT exercises if you injure a knee or whatever. I injured my right knee about 8 years ago by doing (low) squats. I went to see a biokineticist and she prescribed a whole set of exercises, which I quite diligently did for around 6-8 weeks. My knee recovered fully. Fast forward to around 5 years ago, and I suffered a pinched sciatic nerve which resulted in severe pain in my right leg, especially when walking. Back to the biokineticist, and armed with a new set of exercises, I went about doing them for around 8 weeks, and, great, full recovery.
I am now 67, exercise 6 times a week (only about 30 mins per day), and have no pain.
Nice work Stefan. Thanks for watching and subscribing
Would you recommend them over physical therapy ?
This is inspiring
Yes I’m learning that exercises I did as a young person is not good for me at 54! I do less and call it quits not trying to compete with anybody because I know my body better now!
😊😊 x😊 '
I've started experiencing the arthritis in my knees that I was told was coming 19 years ago. But I've been a cyclist my entire life, so it's great to hear that my preferred activity is one of the best things I can do.
For sure YoSpiff. Thanks for watching and subscribing
Doc i have R A i have no weight but i have a lot pain in my both knee can you help me pls
@theresaoben8017 go to your rheumatologist.
I was a competitive athlete ( hurdles) and ran for 51 years. I now have arthritis in my spine and giving up running has been very tough. I walk but it just isn’t the same. I tell myself how fortunate I have been and I have to look at the big picture.
Thanks for the video that reinforces I am doing the right thing.
You are very welcome Maureen and it is very hard to give up something you love. All the best. Thanks for watching and subscribing
You will love Nordic walking. It’s a hell of a work out but without the running. Truly try it you will love it. It’s harder than it looks. And will give you the same result as running.
You could also try a rowing machine, it gives you that same fun feeling of gliding along that running does, without the impact
Attitude is so important. Love yours!
I was feeling sad because I was told that I have arthritis. But listening to your goofy jokes and silliness made it much easier to absorb all the useful info
Love this channel- helpful! Easy to understand and - you guys are funny. Ok so at 69 - ran for about 40 years- developed arthritis in lower back- MD said, - “your running days are over.” I loved running- 🙁Discovered the rowing machine and I love it! Great workout and now I’m getting upper body workout! The key is to adapt! And yes! I’m a subscriber ! 🙂 More videos please!
Glad you love it CJC. All the best. Thanks for watching and subscribing
Your videos are brilliant. Thank you, so very much, for all you have achieved in making the complex comprehensible; the fearful thought preceding a procedure less traumatic, and sharing your own experiences with the viewers whom I am sure are also very grateful for the honesty and humour with which you talk about medical matters. In 2006 I had my first total knee replacement which was so good that I willing had the second TKR four months later. Since then I have found walking is, for me, by far the best form of exercise, and have managed to do between 5km and 10km each day. On those times when illness has prevented me from going out I walk in doors listening to an audio book. Within a few hours I have achieved my goal and feel all the better for the exercise. For anyone having a TKR remember that no matter the pain following surgery, although careful pain magagement will take off the worst, to daily do the prescribed exercises, for the more you manage to achieve in the early weeks and months the better the outlook for an active and painfree future.
Wow thanks David for the positive feedback and sharing your experience. Great advice. Thanks for watching and subscribing
how long does it take you to walk 5/10km? it seems like it'd take a long time...
I was advised by my doc to to stop eating sugar and grains. It was really hard at first, but now I eat meats, green veggies, berries, olive oil, butter and pretty much nothing else. It has made a huge difference in my life. Love your videos.
Thanks for sharing kerry. Yes many people can benefit from reducing sugar and processed grains for sure. All the best. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.
Does that include porridge?
Red meat not good for arthritis.
@@stephenbaker7079 depends whether it’s instant or not. The longer it takes to cook the healthier
@@georgetteanton5677 That's a tough one. Too much red meat does appear to be a problem for arthritis sufferers. But a diet without red meat can easily result in vitamin B12 deficiency, especially if you're older, which can bring on some baffling symptoms. Try having red meat occasionally, not regularly. And consider a B12 supplement if necessary. Not too much: 250 mcg is probably about right for most people.
Doctors, thanks for taking time to put your videos together and put them on CZcams.
Very welcome Thomas. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
Thanks for the video I am 35years old and have done nothing to make my arthritis better and watching this video gave me a wake up call on doing something. I complain a lot but I don't do anything to help with pain I was taking nsaids and stopped because I thought medicine wasn't helping but now I am going to stay active and eat healthier thank you!!
Ok Liliana! Good for you. Glad we could help. Thanks for watching and subscribing
It’s nice how you guys get to the point and cover a lot of stuff, thanks for the information
Glad you liked it Hooded Cloak. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did
I sure like these guys! Wonderful videos, doctors! My wife has fairly serious arthritis in her left hip, and was on a waiting list for a hip replacement. It slowed her down and she began to put on weight, horrifying for a formerly active person. She also took a lot of over-the-counter painkillers, which come with risks. But we had an accidental discovery: we started slowly shifting our diet more and more toward being flexitarian, that it, more vegetarian with a small amount of meat and fish. We're gardeners and grow a lot of fruits and vegetables anyways. Because we like it, we ate progressively more and more cruciferous vegetables: mostly cabbage, broccoli etc. and mostly but not always raw. It became a daily thing, making a coleslaw for lunch but changing it up to keep it interesting. I'd say we're eating cabbage six days out of seven.
Slowly, slowly, over a period of many months, my wife's pain began to recede. She tapered off with the painkillers and started to get more active again. She is not free of arthritis, mind you. This is not a cure. She has the occasional hip pain at night, especially if she spends too much time on her knees in the garden. She might take an Advil once a month or so. But she has voluntarily removed herself from the surgical wait list and has decided there will be no new hip joint. She's very happy with the way things have turned out, because everyone we know with joint arthritis has gotten progressively worse. Oh, about a year ago we both started taking modest doses of daily vitamins D3 (1000 I.U.), K2 (150 mcg) and iodine (800 mcg) as well. And we are ramping up our activity levels, doing lots of hiking, bike riding and yard work. We have a set of weights and plan to get back into a bit of weight training. Losing the weight is not easy, but it's slowly dropping. My wife is 76. My message: don't give up! There are no guarantees this will work for you, but do consider trying it.
Congrats to you and your wife Paul. That is really awesome. Thanks for sharing. Thanks for watching and subscribing
I was told I have arthritis like every where now and osteoporosis that is now osteopenia upped my calcium And D and I take an injection 2 x. A year! Doing joint food and I go in the ocean water on a noodle. I have now a torn meniscus and arthritis in one knee. Surgery they said that! but I’m putting it off just had steroid’s injection in both knees. Starting to hurt again after 1 week. I do take Tylenol and never thought I would be doing this at 70! All the physical stuff I did my why life. Love you guys!
Love the light banter between yourselves. It makes the info so much easier to “digest”.
Thanks Carin that was the goal! Thanks for watching and subscribing
When I left an active job, my hip began hurting within a couple of months. I began bicycling and the pain was gone three months later. You are so correct with all of this advice!!!
We agree Sharon. Move it or lose it. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did
I found that prolonged fasting is a good remedy for arthritic pain. It's kind of a threefer on the effects, first you're losing weight because of the fasting, which relieves some of the strain on the joints. Next, because you've lost the way you're more active, and third just the fasting in and of itself I believe reduces inflammation and thus reduces your arthritic pain.
Good strategy Son of Liberty. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did
I was diagnosed with RA a little over a year ago on top of already being on 3 different heart medications for high blood pressure and premature ventricular contractions. Decided to take control of my life/health. Decide to change daily habits. Started walking small amounts each day. No up to 5 miles every morning! Cut carbs and processed foods. I have lost 60 lbs since July 1 of 2022. Feel better than I have since my 20s and I'm 58 now. Small focused changes can save your life.My joint pain is almost nonexistent since exercising daily. It's not only better physical health with less pain but also better mental heath and better focus. Daily life is so much better now. I focus on my health every day!
Nice work
Thanks Docs, I really enjoy your videos! I'm going to try the three suggestions concerning arthritis. I will come back after 6 months to let you know my progress.
Sounds great Morgan. Keep us posted. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did
Your video is spot on! When I am stiff/sore I start off slow because of the pain, but after 5-10 minutes my joints feel significantly better. My doc suggested walking sticks. Using those made it possible to get past those 5-10 minutes and also straighten my gait (best $50 I have spent in a while). Thanks for all the great information and happiness!
Very welcome lmclasen. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
Eat a anti-inflammatory diet rich in nutrient dense foods…protein and quality fats are a must. Stay active, move throughout the day not just for a short period of exercise, make movement a habit. Do this and the weight issue will not be a weight issue.
Pretty sound advice. Thanks for watching and subscribing
Thanks docs, your advice is excellent and a good reminder for us who've had a hip replacement.
Hi David. You are very welcome. We try to keep it simple and practical. Sometimes common sense is not that common. Keep moving and do your best. Thanks for watching
Absolutely!!
AWWWWyou give me hope!!!!@@TalkingWithDocs
Thank you guys for doing this. Finally doctors who will share their knowledge without charging us hundreds. You seem to really like helping others for more than just money and we appreciate that. Just sorta restored a bit of hope that I was losing in humanity lately. Keep it up.
We do Protect The Weak. You are welcome. Yes medicine in Canada is a bit different for sure. We are doing our best to help patients and have a little fun along the way. All the best. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
@@TalkingWithDocs Ahh yall are Canadian. That explains it. Thanks for this.
I’m 8 months post knee replacement & lost 2stone to have my op.....makes a massive difference physically & mentally. No easy fix, but so worth trying. Unfortunately I have arthritis in most of my joints & my back, but if I don’t do stuff I just seize up.
I grow veggies, so it keeps me active, but have plenty of days when I just can’t do much.
Great advice docs 👍👏👏👏
Congrats Lynn. Keep it up!! Thanks for watching and subscribing
Keep it up! I have days like that and I find anything on my body that I can work and I work even if it’s my face muscle! My kids think I look crazy 😜 making faces but who cares? Lol
Motion is lotion! I thought we saw Dr. Z. running! He almost pulled it off!🏃🏃🏃🏃🏃🏃🏃
Hi Denise. Motion is lotion! Never heard that before. And no, Dr Z is not running. He's no Forrest Gump. Thanks for watching.
@@TalkingWithDocs please watch 8 videos of Jim Nduruchi Kenya 🇰🇪
I love your mindset with arthritis! We share a lot of the same ideas!
Thanks so much Dr Alyssa. Glad to hear it. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing if you did.
I just came across your video and I subscribed. I will take your advise on arthritis. I'm 57 and have concerns of arthritis. Thank you for giving the You tube viewers this information.
Very welcome Edward. Thanks for watching and subscribing.
Doctors, you speak the truth. For 12 years I was able to fight my progressing arthritis with an exercise regimen of swimming, walking, bicycling, gardening and yoga. I always kept moving. More than 15-20 minutes of vegging in the chair made my hips hurt. So, I kept moving. (Sleep was no fun.)
But when ALL the cartilage was gone, it was time to consider joint replacement. Had my TLHR in June 2021 and will have TRHR in September 2021. As I prepare for the second surgery, I am swimming, WALKING LOTS and biking. No yoga or gardening yet. Can’t wait for my gait to improve and get back to all the stuff I love to do. And by the way, even with just one hip repaired, I am already sleeping much better.
Thanks for your public service Doctors!
Wry welcome Ellen. Congrats and good luck with number 2. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did
How are you doing buddy?
I really enjoy watching your videos, I find them very informative even if they don't apply to me. One tip that I think is worth mentioning is to reduce acidic foods in ones diet for arthritis. You both make the videos fun to watch. Love the camaraderie!
Yes Sandra. Worth mentioning. Glad you liked them. Thanks for watching and subscribing
I wish my doctors had your sense of humor. Keep it up guys, we love watching you guys and learn a lot in the meantime.
Just love your videos guys!!! Great recommendations for sure! I have a rare disease and part of the treatment is very high doses of IV steroids, which has left me with severe osteoparosis and osteoarthritis. It is so true and beneficial to stay active. I have friends who suffer greatly and complain as the shove fast food into their mouths and lay around watching tv. I have learned to listen to my body and yet found the balance of quality exercise and knowing when to rest. Please put out more videos on this subject, some of us take your recommendations because it works! Thanks docs!
So glad we can be of any assistance to you Pamela and best of luck with your arthritis. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
@@TalkingWithDocs just had arthroscopic on my other knee, definitely will have to get it replaced as well. I'm so happy you guys are out there for us to learn from! You guys are awesome!
Thanks from down under, just had hip replaced, it’s great but I still have severe osteoarthritis in the right knee, so great advice.
Hi Michael. That's cool that you are watching us over there. The hip probably feels great. Knees are a bit of a tougher case. Do your best to delay TKR and once you commit, just work very hard at recovery. Thanks so much for watching. It is -9 C here today so I suspect your weather is better than ours.
What helped me was a whole food plant based diet without salt oil or sugar. Feeling great at 56. I had more aches and pains in twenties, more drinking and smoking in my forties but stopped 10 years ago and now I'm doing really good.
That’s awesome Skippy! Thanks for watching and subscribing
You had knee pain?
Thank you Thank you gentlemen. The regiment you recommend is fantastic. I have arthritis and I've been following it. It works . Wishing you and your loved ones best wishes for the New Year. Stay healthy, strong, blessed and keep us posted. Thanks for sharing your precious time and knowledge.
Excellent, simple and to the point message as usual. Thanks.
Glad you liked it David. Thanks for watching and subscribing
Thank you for all of your videos. They're very informative and the presentation is fantastic! I lost 30 pounds (now 158 pounds) and the difference for the better in my grade 4 knee is amazing. My go to exercise is walking. Some days up to 5 to 6 miles and other days 1 to 2 miles. I also do isometrics especially on days when I don't get to walk the distance I want. Thanks again for your great videos!
Hi Barbara Ann. Congratulations on the weight loss, that is amazing! And you are very welcome. Keep up the good work and thanks for watching.
Congratulations! You inspire me as I am beginning an exercise regimen!
We need more doctors to come to YT to debunk myths and educate people.
Thank you!
Very welcome younameit. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
Excellent discussion! The stay active part may seem counterintuitive, but it is so very important. You guys are the best!
Yes! Thank you!
Always good,practical advice presented in a humorous pleasant way🙂
Doing our best Linda. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did
I wish strengthening/stretching exercises in relationship to my issues had been explained to me along with the things you (Talking with Docs) mentioned. I had over developed areas of my legs due to basketball and running for years. Unfortunately that created a imbalance and I wore my knees down. It wasn't until I had my first knee surgery that my doctor and Physical Therapist explain the problems that expedited my osteoarthritis. My earlier doctors didn't explain information where I could have been proactive. My biggest issues were weak glutes along with tight hip flexors. I definitely would have done things differently to preserve my joint health. As always I appreciate you both for keeping us well informed.
Hi Tosca. You are very welcome and it is our absolute pleasure to do what we can to help. Sounds like you have the right attitude and are very motivated to stay healthy. All the best to you going forward. Thanks for watching our channel.
When I started training my glutes my back pain went away. Had back pain for 20:years now gone. Doctors and chiropractors were useless
A big thanks to both of you! I so enjoy your informative videos. Had stem cell therapy 6 months ago and am beginning to really feel differences--all good. I have to admit though there were some hurtful times but I admittedly think they were brought on by "over-doing" , Think I'm on the benefit side now. Keep those videos coming!!
Thanks so much Ann. Glad to hear stem cells worked for you as the evidence is not quite there for routine use. Stay active and thanks for watching!
Where did you get stem cell therapy?
Great advice! I was running 5-7k almost daily for years and added capoeira practice later on. loved doing both. I ignored the minor aches and pains and ended up destroying the medial meniscus in my left and tearing the lateral one in the right knee. I was told I grew a little bone spur when I saw an orthopedic surgeon and that did it. Grr. Only if I wasn't so stubborn and addicted to the highs from training. Lesson learned, the hard way.
Hope you are better Momo. Thanks for watching and subscribing
How are you doing?
@Momo - but most people with a torn or damaged degenerative meniscus never ran a mile their whole life. You are ascribing your meniscus tears to your running regiment instead of taking into account that it could have been a normal part of your aging process.....something to think about. My dad was plagued with all sorts of joint issues even though he was sedentary all his life.
@@alphacentauri8083 thank you for your comment. This is something more personal. In many peoples case, that may be true but in my case, I’m still in my early 30s and had knee surgeries more than 10 years ago. I would consider this is NOT normal aging process but premature deterioration from poor care, which I’m fully responsible for.
@@mxu001 True, but you're not fully responsible for your predicament if it's an early onset condition. Sounds like a combination of nature and nurture in your case. Always look at the big picture because in the game of "life" your bad habits may hurt or kill you but your good habits are not going to save you. We're all mother nature's bitch ;)
Better information than my own doctor gives me, thank you for your great videos.
Well we are both happy and sad to hear that. All the best Delores. Glad we can help. You are very welcome. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
Just had total knee replacement, and I couldn’t agree more with your three factors!
I hope yours went better than mine. Nightmare. Five months in and I can only bend to 60 degrees.
Glad to hear it Christine. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
Sorry to hear that Maryland. Best to continue physio and get reassessed. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
My arthritis discomfort has improved greatly with my exercise routine. I work with a trainer twice weekly. I exercise key muscles , like knee, several times more a week. Exercise works!
Hi Tink. Yes exercise is critical. Great job! Thanks for watching.
Best thing that helped my arthritis was avoiding inflammatory foods (soy, gluten, etc.), and occasional fasting. Pain went from an 8 to a 2, and sometimes less. My activity level had very little to do with it. And contrary to what is recommended here, I've had a lot of success with the keto diet. Lots of misunderstanding out there about animal products.
You guys are amazing full of helpful knowledge and very funny , keep it up guys I’m lovin you👍
Thanks so much Phillip! Very kind. We do our best to provide useful information but try to keep it a bit light. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did
Facing knee replacement, lots of OA, just watched a few of your videos. You guys are informative and fun. Thanks!
Hi Gail. Thanks so much! We do our best to get the info out there and to try and keep it a little light. Good luck to you on your journey and keep us posted. Thanks for watching.
I doctor I worked with had hip replacement surgery several years ago. They followed the plan of care, both pre-op (shed pounds) and post-op (don’t skip physical therapy, exercise at home as advised, keep eating a healthy diet including “treats” enjoyed in moderation. )
Their outcome was and is terrific.
Hope yours is as well.
I love this format. This subject will affect all who live long enough. Range of motion, strength, balance, staying hydrated, diet, keeping a healthy weight , staying active, emotional and spiritual well being are all important when it comes to preventing or managing arthritis.
For sure Charles. All the best. Thanks for watching and subscribing
Or really any other conditions…
Great advice, delivered with humour. Thank you.
Very welcome J! Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did
So glad I found u guys!
Wonderful info from 2 fun & informative docs.👍🏻😊
Doing our best Sarah! Thanks for watching and subscribing
Hey guys, Thanks. Really ❤️ that old guys humor 😂🤣.
You are very welcome Don. We are old guys now! Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.
@@TalkingWithDocs lol
Might I add, as well as your suggestions, I also reduced the high carbs ( bread, pasta) in my diet and increased fat ( healthy fats like avocados, olive oil etc) and have had a miraculous result. Keep moving!! As hard as that sounds. I can now do things I was unable to do for years!
Hi Jan. The main issue would be highly processed white flour - like white pasta and bread. Whole grains are very different. Glad it worked for you. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
Good, honest doctors are rare. Thanks so much.
Doing our best nanush. Thanks for watching and subscribing
Doctors with a sense of humor are the best in the business but are so difficult to find. Nice work for all the knowledge.
Glad you like them!
You two docs are my heroes. When I am in a lot of pain watching you makes me feel better. I have arthritis everywhere
Knees neck back shoulders yada yada. Not on meds but use/abuse tens units. Sadly I do get burnt
Really wish I could get a consultation and be given good advice for my problems not BS like sadly so many doctors who have no bed manners & think their Gods. These are just the facts! My favorite statement when I was a detective sergeant.
Hello brother officer! Thank you for your service ❤️! What part of the USA, if the USA? South here. Too old now, and realize the work caused a lot of my present pain.
AbundantlyClear don’t forget us Canadians! Blew out my knee during training just back from mat leave. The job definitely adds an extra element of difficulty when dealing with injury 😕
Hi Cockatoosmom Mary Angel. Thanks for being a detective sergeant. Yes we try to keep it real and just the facts. Good luck to you. Try to keep moving as much as you can. Thanks for watching.
Yes AbundantlyClear many patients have arthritic joints from sacrificing themselves at a number of physical jobs. You need to take care of yourself for sure. Thanks for watching.
Mom2Boys. Be careful during training!
I’m turning 70 this year and have arthritis in my hands, wrists and elbows. I garden and ride an ebike. I really hope to avoid progression of this. I love to sew and craft. Arthritis impedes fine motor activity for me but I just keep doing it.
Good call Peggy. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did
Good job Peggy! Keep it up 😀
Get on TRT (testosterones replacement) at 5 months everything was and is gone!
Same here , but despite being super vigilant w clean fresh diet, general excellent health , no meds , active , good weight ( underweight mostly ) , I cannot stem the dreadful progression in my finger joints . Dupytron in my little finger is advancing and creating lack of wrist & hand strength and grip . No arthritis anywhere else in the body ....very distressing
@@markw1232 where did you have arthritis and how old are you ? Would TRT help a 70 yo female with hand /joint arthritis . Would love to hear some background to your recommendation
Thank you for your helpful information and a few chuckles along the way 🤗
Hi Joan. We are all about the chuckles. Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching and subscribing
Lol.. lol… what do I do with the severe arthritis in my FEET, knees, SHOULDERS … after 43 yrs ICU NURSE?? Retired this year .. & exactly what you say… I have to keep moving… but man do I snap, crackle , POP!! & power naPs Are life savers!
Thanks for all of your hard work K. Enjoy your retirement and get a good pair of shoes! Thanks for watching and subscribing
I’m waiting for a L knee replacement (had a R Knee replaced 13 yrs ago in my 40’s), and with my first one I used an elliptical to exercise pre and post surgery. I no longer have it, but do have a treadmill. I miss the elliptical. I have always been active (farmed) plus enjoyed exercising but have arthritis.
Which is the best to use?
PS. I thoroughly enjoy your informative videos. Wish I’d have known they existed for my first surgery. Thank you for being so personable and informative. I appreciate you.
Hi J R. The best piece of exercise equipment is the one that you will actually use. Both are effective. Good luck with your second surgery. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.
You two are great
Thanks so much Therese.
You guys are great, appreciate your commonsense advice!
Thanks so much Frank. We do our best. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
Thanks very interesting information. Keep well and safe!
Hi Darlene. You are very welcome. Thanks for watching and you stay safe too!
@@TalkingWithDocs Thank you so much.
A big shout out to Dr. Zalzal and Dr. Weening! They're such amazingly genuine people with an incredible CZcams channel. I am a patient of theirs and I am extremely fortunate and lucky to have them as my doctors. I absolutely enjoy every single one of your videos and I love how you make them so educational, intuitive, and fun to watch. Keep up the great work!
Hi Tapan. Thanks so much for the positive feedback. And thanks for watching. We will continue to work hard to produce useful informative content.
Your so lucky
Interesting video. I’ve had a labral tear in my hip since my early twenties. It’s caused me intermittent pain for years, but it was bearable. Then Covid hit and the gyms closed. The pain from my labral tear and arthritis became so much worse! I am now 2 months post op from a total hip replacement at age 52. I was a competitive figure skater for years. I completely agree that when I stopped being active due to the gym closing my hip got rapidly worse!
Sorry to hear that but hope you are doing well! Thanks for watching and subscribing
Great talk guys. You make medicine very accessible. "You cant go swim around the block" is classic...
Glad you liked it Brian. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
I've said it before, but I love it when he takes all these TO THE NEXT LEVEL!
Yes!
Totally agree with all of the above. I was born with a very shallow hip socket and had a bone graft surgery on the acetabulum when I was two years old. The docs then told my parents I'd be crippled by arthritis and would need a hip replacement by the time I turned 18. But I was an active kid: riding horses, bikes, played basketball, cheerleader, gymnastics, etc... and at 18...my xrays showed arthritis, but I was pain free. I continued to be active as an adult, became a professional trainer of 3-day event horses (jumping and dressage) with all the manual labor that goes with that. Later, after multiple spinal injuries, I retired from horse training and became a photographer instead, then eventually got a CDL and became a truck driver when my neck/back couldn't carry around all that photography equipment anymore. At 56 years old, my hip was still working just fine for me. The xrays were ugly and I had a limited range of motion, but pain was not an issue...until I walked into the hospital for a lumbar fusion and hobbled out of the hospital with a broken hip thanks to an incompetent nurse. That's the only reason I'm having a total hip replacement in a couple of weeks at age 57. If not for that, I might have kept going indefinitely on the hip I was born with. Staying active, controlling my weight, proper nutrition, and wearing a 1.5 inch heel on all my shoes to relieve the pressure on my hip all worked to keep me moving long past the limits I was expected to have due to arthritis. My xrays were always ugly and docs have been recommending hip replacement my whole life, but it took breaking it to make it actually necessary. lol
Hi Random Spirit. Sorry to hear that. Best of luck with your procedure next week. Thanks for watching and subscribing
Good for you, you definitely kept up the good fight and you’re an inspiration to those who are suffering
Great videos. Just to add my own experience as an obsessed runner with hip osteoarthritis, for me the pain increased at night after running in the day, and didn't hurt much during the run. So I could always convince myself the running wasn't too damaging, when it almost certainly was. We won't be told. Now have just had a hip replacement and determined not to run (too much) on it.
Hi Simon. Thank you for sharing your experience. Be careful with running at all with a hip replacement. We advise people to not run for exercise. Best of luck to you. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
A great video guys!
You guys need your own TV show! But WE need you in the OR. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Hi Kat59. That is nice to say. We would love our own show! But we also love operating and helping patients so its a bit of a CATCH-22. Thanks for watching as always.
I'm one of those guys who is not fat, but still has arthritis. I'm 6 feet tall, and weigh 155 pounds. That's the same as when I was a high school senior, over 40 years ago.
By the way, I used to be an avid runner, and raced everything from 400 meters to the full marathon (42.2 km, 26.2 miles).
I do agree with staying active with non-impact activities. Happily, I have a job that allows/requires me to change positions and move frequently.
Very nice David. Thanks for watching and subscribing
I love doing aquafitness classes, more fun and social than swimming laps.🙋🏼♀️🇨🇦
I swim & stretch ect right here in my pool! 💦 ❤ Favorite!
YES, there are long days of agony but trying to be positive!
(Cronique DDD + OA) ect here. 😷Life is a battle.
Take Care ~
Yes Suzi swimming is awesome. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
Good call sammy. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
Love your happy encouragement and knowledge with the best information. Wish you were my doctors. I'm in severe pain in all joints my knees are finished I cant walk long walks standing is the worse I cry so much I have seen many doctors with no help I'm desperate. Please continue your videos l love them
Thanks so much Aileen. So sorry to hear you are having a difficult time. Maybe time to consider surgery? Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
Thank you so much for these very informative videos! So glad I found your channel!
Welcome!
My arthritis in my knee improves and is less painful when I get my calf’s massaged regularly! Also my feet are now standing on insoles to keep them alighned , this has improved dramatically!
Very nice Paul. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
I have terrible RA, best thing I’ve done is to only eat once a day and sometimes every other day. No sugar. Mt inflammation has gone way down and I feel a lot better
Hi greg. That is great news. Thank you for sharing your experience. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
That was the most sensible comment that i have heard for a very long time yes,brilliant i do it as much as i can and thank u👍👍👍
Doing our best Therese. Thanks for watching and subscribing
I would LOVE to see you two address Lyme disease and how to prevent the crippling pain in joints. Love your videos!
Yes Mama J. We will add it to the list. It is such a misunderstood condition that can wreak havoc on your life. Thanks for watching and subscribing
Thank you for your recommendations! Yes, I have a severe arthritis and I got my wake-up call a bit late but it came. Your videos keep me confident that with a good diet and lifestyle I should be able to return back to some of my previous activities. So far I lost 112lbs (51kg) and 17.6BMI and my weight keeps going down.
I also heard that avoiding some foods may help the arthritis - like red meats, saturated fats etc. What is your opinion on that?
Hi Dana. Wow that is amazing! We would say avoid sugar, processed foods and trans fats for sure. We would also recommend limiting or eliminating meat in general as well as dairy. Best of luck. Thanks for watching and subscribing
Carnivore is the least inflammitory diet. I have RA and avoiding grains, fruit and veggies has made a real difference. My overall health has improved greatly. Look up Jordan Peterson
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Thanks for these videos. I’ve had a TKR but also still have arthritis in my hands. Focussing on a less processed and more fresh diet as if this week. My inflammation showed as 12 (should be less than 5) - number scoring could be different In NZ. Seems I’m having a flare up. Hate it. Makes me feel old. I’ve lost 150lbs but could do another 20 I’m sure.
Hi San. 150lb ! That is amazing - congratulations. Yes more fresh. More plants. Try to stay active. Sounds like you have the right attitude. Keep moving. Good luck and thanks for watching!
San D, I found that taking pure Turmeric with piperin (black pepper) really helps with the inflammatory side of arthritis, plus ditching all sugar and refined carbohydrates ie processed foods.
Thank you for your videos, very helpful and interesting. Just recently found your site and have become addicted. Keep up the good work.
Thanks so much Don. We will keep working to provide useful content. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did
I don’t have arthritis yet thanks god, I’m very active every day and keeping active!👍 thanks docs love this video!😊
Keep it up Alida. Thanks for watching and subscribing
I told my 89 year old mother, that I had pain in my hands. She said’Oh
I had that, I just ignored it and it went away!’ So for the most part I ignore it. If you pay to much attention to pain and give it too much importance it will take over!
You are not wrong Dawn. Your mom is a wise lady. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
It has taken over for me. I try to ignore it, haven’t been able to
Try ignoring a spinal injury idiot.
Er.. not so sure that's a good philosophy. Pain let's u know something is not right. And it just makes sense to check out whatever that might be.
my solution for arthritis, is to become a whale, and swim into oblivion, no weight no problem just floating forever, bliss
Not a horrible plan onekeypianoplayer. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did
Unfortunately I’ve become a whale over the years but I haven’t kept up with the swimming as much as I would like.
Lol my plan exactly 😂😂😂
Nice Try onekeypianoplayer ! I wish that were true ! But the Doc's are correct but I also add fish oil daily and fish in my diet . So far that's the better way to deal with arthritis . I don't like taking pharmaceutical pills due to the nasty side effects . All pharmaceutical drugs have nasty side effects !!!
🐳 🌊 ☀️… my Dream Life. ❤️
Thank you for the valuable information about arthritis. I watched it now at the right time ,I'm having my joints pain.This helps me to understand to prevent it progressing.
Welcome yvonne. Thanks for watching and subscribing
Another great vid, well done.
Thank you so much Vince. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did
The old joke is when I say to my doctor, "it hurts when I do this" and the doctor says don't do that.
Yup David. That is a real thing. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
Also need to add to this video is to cut out sugars. Sugars cause inflammation and inflammation causes arthritis
Hi DarkendSun. We would agree that added sugar is probably not a good idea and should be avoided if possible. Whole foods and primarily plants is probably the most anti-inflammatory diet you could be on. Good luck and thanks for watching.
@@TalkingWithDocs thanks...I'm currently on prednisone and methotrexate for RA , I think I would try the diet also..maybe that would help cut the methotrexate doses from the 8 pills a week down.. to be easier on the liver/kidney.... thanks, and love your videos
I’m trying hard to reduce my sugars now as would like to reduce my meds. I’ve lost 150lbs, but still need to tweak my diet. Celebrex appears to be contributing to fluid retention now I’ve been on a high dose for a while.
Hi San. Yes anti-inflammatories can lead to fluid retention. You should discuss this with your doctor. Congrats on the major weight loss - that is amazing.
@talking with docs thanks much. I’ve reduced down to 1 in the morning to see if that helps. Arthritis is just a silent killer imo. Won’t kill you, but can kill your enjoyment of life.
Thank you..especially the reminder that we are in charge of our own health....we often ignore that until we're sick, broken, diseased and then it's emergent. (Not ignoring that some things are put on or in us unaware but.education and awareness helps that)...We love our doctors and sometimes we give them difficult and expensive things to try and handle and correct...And then get mad when we're not made well right away....a good doctor is one who helps and empowers us to take responsibility and control of our health....I'm thankful for the low carb Keto group that has helped us look at heart disease and diabetes in a different way..
Good points Carol. Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did
Wow how have I not seen this! New sub. I’m binging now. Really like how you guys play off of each other. And great great info. Thank you!👍
Thanks Shawn! Welcome to our channel. Thanks for watching and subscribing
Great info as usual! Switching to a vegan diet has been helpful to me. My ortho's say, "Use it or lose it" & I've already given up too much with joint replacements & arthroplastys.
Hi Donna. Thanks so much for the kind words. Many patients do well with plant based diets. Just makes sense. And yes - use it! Thanks for watching and subscribing if you did.
Hi there! I just happened across this video and was wondering what kind of exercises would be good for neck arthritis? Are there certain neck exercises i could be doing? A chiropractor told me a few years ago that arthritis showed up on a neck/back X-ray that i got because of headaches. I would like to keep it from progressing!
Hi Jana.....I get lot's of headaches also....I have arthritis in cervical area of spine.....doctors have told me I have Occipital Neuralgia.......I watch CZcams videos of Bob and Brad (2 physical therapists) and Dr. Mandell.....they show a lot of exercises for neck and head pain.....hope this helps.
Thanks for helping out Gina. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
Hi Jana. If you have neck arthritis gentle stretching and strengthening exercises of the neck and trapezius muscles are useful to help reduce your pain. Seeing a therapist is worthwhile. Best of luck. Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
Love the videos guys!
Thanks so much Gort55! Thanks for watching, subscribing and sharing with someone if you did.
My father gave me a trimaleolar ankle fracture in a drunken rage. I'll definitely apply these tips to try to delay the onset of post-traumetic osteoarthritis. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Russell. We are so sorry to hear about your broken ankle and the situation you are living in. If you are in danger, we encourage you to seek help as soon as possible. We wish you a safe recovery. Please keep us posted. Thanks for watching.