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Knee shortage and hip pain , rheumatoid
Hi , my father is having rheumatoid arthritis for past 15 years. All these years he used predment to control pains. Recently for 3months noticed a change in right knee. Shortage as well as pain in right hip. Consulted one of my doctor friend , he said replacement. But we can't afford for replacement as well. I request you to suggest for solution to this with out operations through medicine.
Sir , its depends on how much joint damaged and discofort pts is having...
if he manages with sos pain killer ..you can postpone surgery...with regular physiotherapy....
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pls consult orthopaedics surgeon on practo chat or in clinic.
thank u
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