RE: [Harp-L] To Elizabeth & playing without pain



Hi Elizabeth and Rudene

I had to give up my teaching job in 1997 due to arthritis - this started in my knees but now affects my hands, wrists and back as well. Apropos harmonica-playing, the main impact was that it stopped me from using a large hand-held mic, so I now get by with a tiny lapel mic. I've also educated myself into adopting a far more relaxed posture when playing though I have some way to go on this still. Waking up with a stiff neck after sessions was my wake-up call here! I take standard NSAID medication (diclofenac) along with an anti-ulcer drug to protect my stomach. I'm aware of the risks of this regime and I constantly discuss it with my doctor, but the alternative is to live with considerable and debilitating pain. I found that the glucosamine/chondroitin treatment was ineffective for me. I've found that the best thing for my sense of well-being overall (apart from harmonica-playing!) is to keep as physically-active as I can, the possibilities for which vary on a day-to-day basis. Keeping the muscles strong around the affected joints seems to be pretty important. You won't be seeing me in the London Olympics but I'm still moving!

Steve



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Elizabeth & all others,

Right on with the liquid joint maintenance. I started taking a similar liquid Nov. '04. I had taken the pill/capsule form since 2001 because of a severe auto accident, and had attained some relief. I had given my aged dog the liquid form because of method of deliverance. Sadly he passed Nov. 1, 2004 of old age. Not wanting to "waste" the liquid I started taking it and much to my surprise I felt so much better. So-----I stopped the pills/capsules and have been on the liquid ever since.

Folks, this does work. The MSM is sulfur that is needed for healing & the immune system. All the ingredients work together. The body can't help but use the liquid form; the pill form does not always dissolve.

The product I use is Vitamin World Liquid Joint Maintenance & for a no cost membership I go to the Vitamin World at the mall on the first Mon & Tues for 30% to 40% off.

When we feel better then we play harp better.

As always, check with your physician.

Best regards & keep on harpin'



Rudene






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