AIs , walking , joint pain - small tip
I have extolled the value of walking for me whilst on Letrozole for many reasons not the least being joint pain.Been having a bit of knee pain this week that was lingering , my old sneakers were some...
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My experience has been that AI’s (I was on tamoxifen for 2 years before ovary removal and changing to Femara) caused an inflammatory reaction. I had a very painful big toe and a sharp increase in carpal tunnel issues. (Waking in pain and unable to even wind up my deodorant stick first thing in morning).
Things that have helped me are anti-inflammatory diet (lots of green leafy veges, reduced red meat, less sugar, salt and processed foods, limited or no caffeine and alcohol), weight-bearing but low impact exercise, curcumin, fish oil and magnesium. (Always check that any supplements are suitable for your individual circumstances).
For me, hormone therapy may make a large difference to my chance of staying cancer free (I was Stage 3 at diagnosis). Therefore it has been worth the effort to make changes that have given me improved quality of life while giving myself every chance of staying well. My carpal tunnel is almost non-existent now and big toe much more comfortable. :)
Things that have helped me are anti-inflammatory diet (lots of green leafy veges, reduced red meat, less sugar, salt and processed foods, limited or no caffeine and alcohol), weight-bearing but low impact exercise, curcumin, fish oil and magnesium. (Always check that any supplements are suitable for your individual circumstances).
For me, hormone therapy may make a large difference to my chance of staying cancer free (I was Stage 3 at diagnosis). Therefore it has been worth the effort to make changes that have given me improved quality of life while giving myself every chance of staying well. My carpal tunnel is almost non-existent now and big toe much more comfortable. :)