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My mother (69 years old) has advanced coxarthrosis of hip joints, what are the latest known methods of treatment with dietary supplements, painkillers and medication that i can buy without a prescription? we want to postpone the surgery alap. thanks?
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Non Rx treatment : Oral: NSAIDS like ibuprofen/naproxen. Turmeric or curcumin 1000mg 2x daily, glucosamine/chondroiten supplements. Topical: TNS unit, local deep heat like ultra sound. NSAID or Menthol rubs, liniments. Devices: Cane in opposite hand (decreases weight bearing 25%), walker (decreases WB 50%). Motorized cart Limit stairs and uphill climbs if possible. Weight loss. Local injections by pain docs
Answered 2/17/2021
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