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What Can Help With Leg Pain

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San Antonio, TX
January 29, 2024
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Multiple Myeloma: Bone Lesions, Damage, and Pain Read Article...
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To help manage leg pain associated with multiple myeloma, consider the following tips:

1. Regular Exercise and Good Nutrition
- Physical activity can increase blood circulation and relieve leg pain caused by neuropathy.
- Gentle activities like swimming, walking, tai chi, or chair exercises are beneficial.
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To help manage leg pain associated with multiple myeloma, consider the following tips:

1. Regular Exercise and Good Nutrition:
- Physical activity can increase blood circulation and relieve leg pain caused by neuropathy.
- Gentle activities like swimming, walking, tai chi, or chair exercises are beneficial.
- A healthy diet provides vital nutrients for nerves and tissues.

2. Heating Pads and Blankets:
- Use heating pads or blankets carefully to avoid burns.
- Heated mattress pads on low heat can help with back, leg, and hip pain.

3. Topical Creams and Ointments:
- Capsaicin creams and lidocaine patches can reduce leg pain.
- Vicks VapoRub may help when rubbed into sore spots.

4. Avoid Alcohol and Cigarettes:
- Smoking and excessive alcohol can worsen neuropathy pain.
- Alcohol may interfere with cancer treatments.

5. Pain Medication:
- Consult a healthcare provider before taking any pain medication.
- Avoid OTC NSAIDs like aspirin or ibuprofen without medical advice.
- For severe bone pain, opioids like codeine or morphine may be recommended.
- Anticonvulsants like gabapentin can help with nerve pain.

6. Palliative Care:
- Palliative care can provide pain management at any stage of multiple myeloma.
- Treatments may include lifestyle changes, medication, radiation therapy, or surgery.
- Complementary therapies like acupuncture and gentle massage can also be beneficial.

Always discuss these options with your healthcare provider to determine the best approach for your specific condition.

July 27, 2024
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Unfortunately, I did not learn about the Claritin hack until months later when preparing for the SCT. I used it to minimize the bone pain associated with NEUPOGEN.

June 10, 2024
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

When I had bone pain, the doctor recommended Claritin or Zyrtec daily, I also find some relief from the topical Volterin cream.

June 10, 2024
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

My leg pain is typically from muscle cramps caused by low potassium. A banana a day really helps. That said, you have to determine the cause of your pain. If it is from lesions, you might need radiation treatment.

January 29, 2024

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