Arthritic Feet! Help Please!

Unfortunately I believe a side effect of Naproxen is renal damage, hence I guess the reluctance. I find ibuprofen and paracetamol do nothing for me, Diclofenac was very effective but is no longer prescribed.
I've recently developed arthritis in my hands and feet and I struggle to find anything other than heat that has any effect.

I find Anadin Exttra better than ibuprofen, for low back pain, tho more costly. There’s obvs a large gap in the market for effective analgesia for arthritis.
Best wishes to everyone suffering from terrible pain in feet and hands. Life sounds impossible.

I think Naproxen can cause stomach bleeds too loopylou so I understand the reluctance to prescribe it.

anno; is it definitely arthritis and not Ledderhose (which I have). Do you have Dupuytrans in your hands?

What about some foot spa for feet? I think it is a very nice and relaxing procedure which may help you. There are some nice recipes on tipnut.com/5-homemade-foot-soak-recipes/ which you can use for your feet. Also, if you are looking for a spa, I recommend you to take a look at those from homus.org/best-foot-spa/ They are really awesome! Feet massage is the best thing ever, I have to sa!

I can never understand anyone who has pain but refuses to take painkillers - it's daft, not brave. Have you asked about steroid injections at the doctors? I suspect you'll say you don't want those either. If you've already contacted Arthritis Care (people who know about Arthritis, your only options would surely be painkillers/anti-inflammatory medication and/or seeing a podiatrist.

Jalima my nhs ones were rock hard like Luckygirls and thick so when you put them in your shoe they pushed your foot up making it push on the top and side of the shoe or boot
I've had to buy all new shoes Bluebelle, wider ones to accommodate the orthotics and either lace-up or Mary Janes to keep my feet in the shoes!

The orthotics did take a while to get used to (months rather than weeks) but now feel comfy.

I forgot to say - some manufacturers make shoes with removable insoles so you can take them out to make more room. Some Pavers, Loretta and DB Wider Fit shoes amongst others.

I've got arthritis in my feet, all over. The worst was my left midfoot. My doctor gave me a cortisone injection there and it helped a lot.

This is the serious problem i think you can directly visit nearest knee pain treatment center.