Chronic pain and PIP enquiry.

[BippityBoppity87]

Wondering if anyone has any advice about PIP? I've never had this before, but I've been thinking about applying because of my knee problems. Would there be any point?

Back story, I've had this pain for nearly 3 year now. It's very debilitating. I can't walk for long distances, often having to rely on buses and taxis to get around. I can only work 2/3 maximum shifts a week because of this as well or I'm in too much pain. Struggle with the stairs, can't bend/kneel down. It's making my life a living hell. Sleep has gone to pot as I wake up constantly throughout the night in pain.

I've been to the GP before and all the tests came back clear. Been to physio, a&e, minor injuries. Been given strong pain killers and crutches. Nothing is cutting it I'm only 31.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Try some ibuprofen gel on it and deep heat patch on it may help. Leave the patch on over night with a knee support on top. I find this helps when I have painful knees

Thank you @AnotherEmma that's very helpful. I'll have a wee look at it.

I have tried the ibuprofen gel in the past, and was told that I was better off taking actual ibuprofen tablets. Hasn't helped either to be honest!