I have had very bad reactions to every thing from codine to morphine,is there an alternative for pain relief.

Hello Anonymous,

Welcome to the EmpowHER community. I am so sorry to hear about your situation. Living with chronic pain is a heavy burden.

Indeed, your medical conditions pose a challenge to finding relief.

Are you under the care of a rheumatologist for the severe arthritis in your knees?

Have non-medication options been discussed or tried? I am thinking of physical therapy, which can help increase range of motion and flexibility, as well as help strengthen the muscles in your leg.

Have you tried applying heat or ice, using pain-relieving ointments or creams, or wearing elastic bandages to provide support to the knees ? this may provide some relief from pain.

A cane, shock-absorbing shoes or inserts, or a brace or knee sleeve can be helpful. A brace assists with stability and function, and may be especially helpful if the arthritis is centered on one side of the knee. There are two types of braces that are often used for knee arthritis: An "unloader" brace shifts weight away from the affected portion of the knee, while a "support" brace helps support the entire knee load.

Have corticosteroids, also known as cortisone, injections been suggested?

Regards,
Maryann