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My back and knees

Next year I turn 60 and I can only imagine the pain I'll be in by then. My back has been hurting me to the point where it hurts to inhale. I suspect something is out of sorts as it also burns some. Knees have been killing me too. These original parts are wearing out and it's clear I wasn't built to last.
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BetweenLines · 36-40, F
My mom felt the same too but she hardly work out. Last year, she got a knee jab and she felt much better. If exercise is something you don’t do, I would suggest you to warm up and spend time doing simple streches at least twice a day if possible. I don’t know your medical condition so best to consult with your Dr on this. Hope you will feel better.
NovaNine · 56-60, M
@BetweenLines I'm probably going to have to find one of those orthopedic doctors to see what's going on
Wiseacre · F
Ask for an X-ray..
justanothername · 56-60, M
How often do you work out?
NovaNine · 56-60, M
@justanothername I do not
justanothername · 56-60, M
@NovaNine as someone who
Suffers from constant muscle stiffness in my lower back and worn out knees I recommend working out.
Lostpoet · M
Go to a doctor
smileylovesgaming · 31-35, FVIP
Have u went to the doctor to get checked out
NovaNine · 56-60, M
@smileylovesgaming Not yet I was hoping it would pass with rest.
exexec · 70-79, C
Due to injuries in my younger days, continued wear as I worked out over the years, and age, I now how two knee replacements and a shoulder replacement. I had back surgery to relieve unbearable back pain. Now I am (mostly) pain free and enjoying and active life. Many physical pains can be relieved with proper care. Sometimes it means finding the right doctors.
NovaNine · 56-60, M
@exexec how long were you out from surgery?
exexec · 70-79, C
@NovaNine I think I took a week off for each knee. I did the shoulder over Christmas holidays, so I was probably out for 10 days, but I really didn't need that long.
Thevy29 · 41-45, M
Get yourself checked out by the doctor. And don’t settle for the “take 2 Panadol” routine.
whowasthatmaskedman · 70-79, M
Assuming there is no obvious medical condition (and that should be checked out first) start daily walking.. Just walking..at least a kilometre. two if one doesnt hurt.. But do it most days if not all. The only other question for now is, has a doctor recently started you on statins, cholesterol pills. Some people have a bad reaction to them with joint and back pain..😷
4meAndyou · F
The good news, speaking as someone who HAS lower back pain AND pain in both knees...is that you can easily get cortisone shots in both knees...AND they will allow you to have them every three months if the pain is bad. It's like WOW!!! The pain is gone!

You definitely want an x-ray done of your back...and it is remotely possible that a chiropractor might be helpful. But speak to a REAL doctor first.

 
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