I had an xray done on my shoulder says there is a bone spur,I work as a nurses aide ina nursing home,I have?
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Bone spurs usually occurs because of improper bone formation. Certainly, your profession requires much demand for your joints, and the bone spur can definitely predispose you to having osteoporosis secondary to the damage it can have on the surrounding structures (e.g. joint, synovial membrane...) If you are to get a different job, it has to be relatively light, physically--maybe something more clerical. Since healthcare requires lots of physical activities, you might change settings altogether. However there are several things you can also do to minimize the damage on your joint (/s, whichever's affected). Decreasing animal protein in the diet has shown to have benefits as this promotes better calcium absorption in the bones, which in turn assists joint funtion; instead consume dietary calcium from other sources such as soy milk, calcium supplements, etc. Most importantly though is for you to maintain adequate and proper mobility: using effective body mechanics in you daily functions, especially at work; we don't like to admit it, but we often try to rush functions as a nurse, which often times have physical implications on us (though it doesn't show immediately). Implementing a proper weight-bearing regimen strengthens the bomes and joints and allow it to maximize musculoskeletal function and ability; remeber: if you don't use it, you loose it... Anyways, consider these things, and definitely consult with your healthcare professional to see what the proper interventions are for your condition.. I hope I was of some assistance... Take care and good luck!
well to start off with, so you know im nto just some opinionated street person haha, im an STNA and an Emergency Medical Technician-Intermediate. I know what your job involves...ive worked as one myself and in all honesty, my best advice would be to look at different job opportunities. Not only is being a nurses aide stressful on the body itself, it puts massive strain on your shoulders and back specifically. It has to be painful to lift already, just think what the pain will be next year if you leave the spurr untreated. If you need surgery to correct the spurr, you will need ROM therapy yourself in order to heal and will have to take off work anyway. That shoulder will remain painful for a long time to come. As for the arthritis in other joints, depending upon what type of arthritis it is, you could be doing more harm than good by continuing on in that profession.
This is osteo-arthritis. Staying active and not being overweight are your best defense. Maybe the job is too physically stressful but it would make your job and your arthritis a lot easier if you do an exercise like swimming. This will build up your muscle without the pain of trying to lift weights with joint problems. I have OA too, and I know that swimming has definitely made my life easier.
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