Severe Knee Pain!!! - Page 2

Kachina624 · ‎03-10-2010

@Zhills wrote:
I can't use Voltaren but my PCP give me an Rx fora Meloxicam and lidocream topical to appy at the pain. Works for me but I don't have RA, yet.

My doctor wanted me to try Lidocane cream so I filled a prescription. It cost my insurance company $890. And it doesn't work as well as my OTC Voltaren. I would never have filled the Lidocane script if I'd known the cost.

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homedecor1 · ‎03-09-2010

Thank you for your suggestions. I already use Volatren Gel (for other RA related issues) tried on my knees and really had no relief.

i was able to get an appt on Monday with ortho dr. In the meantime my RA dr called in a Rx for Meloxicam (sp) also suggested the ice therapy treatment.

I did a hour of walking in the pool today and I guess that was a good thing w/the Rx as its not as painful tonite. (I walk everyday on pavement maybe it's too much now or my RA factor maybe changing or I have inflammation).

thank you again.

debcakes · ‎03-11-2010

You are lucky you got an appt so fast. I called early last week and wanted to get my knee replaced the end of Sept. I can not even get an appointment to see the doctor until the end of October. I was hoping to try some of these new shots in the meantime. It is difficult to get into my primary physicion, too.