Thank you for your question. I'm so sorry to hear about te pain caused by your arthritis and spinal stenosis. If surgery is not an option, you can take medications prescribed by your doctor, possibly Non- steroidal anti inflammatory drugs and cortico-steroids, and ask about physical therapy.
In regards to the depression, it can be likely that the pain and the fact that you are home bound are taking a toll on you emotionally, and I am so sorry. You can ask your doctor for a referral to a therapist or for an anti-depressant in the meantime.
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Hi Anonymous,
Thank you for your question. I'm so sorry to hear about te pain caused by your arthritis and spinal stenosis. If surgery is not an option, you can take medications prescribed by your doctor, possibly Non- steroidal anti inflammatory drugs and cortico-steroids, and ask about physical therapy.
In regards to the depression, it can be likely that the pain and the fact that you are home bound are taking a toll on you emotionally, and I am so sorry. You can ask your doctor for a referral to a therapist or for an anti-depressant in the meantime.
Here are some resources on depression that you may find helpful: https://www.empowher.com/condition/depression/definition
https://www.empowher.com/mental-health/content/study-living-alone-could-contribute-developing-depression
Best Wishes,
Rosa
April 12, 2012 - 5:29amThis Comment
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