One thing to consider if you are suffering from joint pain is the possibility that the problem may be a result of your medications. I have been having joint pain for the past few years and considered it to be the result of arthritis and old age. After taking Bactrin two weeks for a sinus infection I had so much pain especially in the knees that I could hardly walk. I decided to check for possible side effects caused by my medications. Three of the prescriptions I'd been taking (two for blood pressure and the bactrin) listed joint pain as a possible side effect and two were not supposed to be taken at the same time. I stopped taking all three and most of the joint pain is gone after several months. Best to consult with the doctor about alternatives to possible problem medications.

Cap't Bob