Yes I've seen pain management for years.. It helps in the morning to get me going . You just can't take it everyday because your body build a tolerance for it and leads people to take more You have to be really careful and use it sparingly.
August 20
You are definitely not alone in this. Many people with RA find that managing pain is one of the most challenging aspects of living with the condition, and for some, narcotics become part of that picture — especially when RA is severe or highly active.
One myRAteam member shared their experience of having arthritis in 58 Show Full Answer
You are definitely not alone in this. Many people with RA find that managing pain is one of the most challenging aspects of living with the condition, and for some, narcotics become part of that picture — especially when RA is severe or highly active.
One myRAteam member shared their experience of having arthritis in 58 joints and relying on opioid pain medication while waiting for other treatments to take effect. It's a very real situation that others face too. That said, pain management for RA is typically a broader approach. Some alternatives that are commonly used alongside or instead of narcotics include:
- NSAIDs like ibuprofen or naproxen
- Corticosteroids like prednisone for flares
- Topical creams, gels, or patches
- DMARDs and biologics to target the disease itself
- Physical therapy and exercise
- Acupuncture, massage, or meditation
- Dietary changes and supplements like fish oil
It's worth having an open conversation with your rheumatologist about your pain levels and what's working or not. Pain management alone won't slow RA progression — that requires proper disease treatment — but keeping pain under control is absolutely a valid and important goal.
August 17
Join
Your Privacy Choices
