I Feel Like Frankenstein Getting up in The Morning

By piglett50

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My hips feel like they are in a vice when sitting too long. My knees ache and hurt. My ankles swell up. When morning comes I feel like Frankenstein getting up. Just started RA meds but taking CBD oil to make it through.

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Daniel Malito Moderator & Contributor
<inline-mention user-id="3190536" username="piglett50"/> Myself, I liken my mornings to waking up frozen and it takes me a few hours to thaw out. A good hot shower and then an hour or so of doing stuff will usually do the trick but as soon as I sit down for the end of the day - forget it - I'm done, not getting back up again. Ha ha. Thanks for sharing, you're definitely not alone. Keep on keepin' on, DPM
Jo Johnson Moderator & Contributor
My morning routine, wince down the stairs, make coffee and commute to the couch for 1-2 hours.
Monica Y. Sengupta Moderator & Contributor
Hey <inline-mention user-id="3190536" username="piglett50"/> ! Thanks for reaching out. You are definitely not alone in feeling horrible in the mornings. Many of our community members agree that AMs are rough! I wanted to share a community-driven article with tips on how to manage morning stiffness. Also, this article from Tamara is a great one for pillow placement while you sleep. I hope you find something that helps you sleep more comfortably then in turn lessens your pain in the morning: <a href='https://rheumatoidarthritis.net/living/the-pillow-queen/' target='_blank'>https://rheumatoidarthritis.net/living/the-pillow-queen/</a> I hope you find some relief soon! ~Monica
Mary Sophia Hawks Moderator & Contributor
Piglett50, I hurt for you! I'm glad you found this site. We all get it. It's important to realize that finding the right meds in RA is a trial and error process. Have some patience, and speak up if the med is not working after 6 months. Gentle hugs, Mary Sophia, <a href='http://Rheumatoidarthritis.net' target='_blank'>Rheumatoidarthritis.net</a> moderator/authro
Franki King Moderator & Contributor
I'm sorry to hear that! I hope you find major relief soon. Let us know how it goes with your new meds. Kind regards, Franki