I've had difficulty with joint pain, especially in my hands, wrists, hips, knees, and feet, for a good while now.  Since I started taking Alli, though, I'm having pain in all my joints--shoulders, elbows (not too much), wrists/hands/hips/knees/ankles/feet--more than usual.

I'm wondering if joint pain is a side effect of Alli.

I take Celebrex twice a day, Aleve twice a day, and Glucosamine/Chondroitin twice a day.  I do Water Aerobics 2-3 times a week, walk 3/4 mile 3-4 times a week, and I've recently eliminated red meat, pork, and other foods that cause inflammation from my diet.  I'm about 95% vegetarian now.

I've had tests for RA--negative.  I've also had my hands x-rayed for signs of OA.  Only minor evidence.  I'm 60 years old and in good health otherwise, except for allergies.

I'm a professional writer, so I sit at the computer, typing, for several hours every day, with breaks about every half hour.  After sitting, I have great difficulty walking without stiffness and pain in my hips and knees.

After typing for even a short period of time, my hands burn from joint inflammation.

Thanks for any information you can give me.

Linda George

Joint pain is not associated with alli.  It seems what you are describing the  normal progression of aches and pains that come with age and continual use of our joints.  Losing weight and staying away from certain foods do help alleviate the pain and inflammation.  Movement keeps the joints flexible and allow for good blood flow. What you are doing is right on target.

Have you considered fish oil or omega 3 supplements? There are some studies that show that they exhibit anti-inflammatory properties. Fatty fish such as salmon or tuna, olive oil, avocados, and walnuts are excellent sources.  With alli portion size is to be considered.

Hope this helps,

Sophia De Monte RPh