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Simon B. 4 years ago • From Google

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Dismissed concerns and offered limited pain relief options

I attended an appointment at the surgery recently regarding ongoing joint pain issues. I have been managing musculoskeletal concerns and have previously undergone physiotherapy and private injections without achieving satisfactory results. I am also experiencing symptoms suggestive of degenerative joint changes across multiple areas. During the consultation, I was advised to lose weight. I explained that my current fitness level is limited due to a long-term health condition, which makes exercise challenging. When I mentioned that previous physiotherapy had not been beneficial, I was offered physiotherapy again. I was also told that injections are considered a last resort option. The main recommendation offered was a standard anti-inflammatory medication. However, this presents a concern as it may interact with medication I currently take for mental health. I am therefore faced with weighing potential risks against pain relief. Additionally, I have found that stronger pain relief options are either not well tolerated or insufficiently effective for my needs. I do not feel the appointment addressed my concerns adequately and am unlikely to return to this practice.

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