I'm sure massage could help Jenni, however, I would make sure you find a masseuse who is also a qualified physio. I've had quite a few massages from my physios - wouldn't really trust anyone who wasn't, especially with all your other problems.
Love Jeanxxxx

Jenni, I agree with the others you need to make sure you have a highly qualified therapist. You could make it worse rather than better. Also don't forget to avoid massage if your lymphnodes are swollen. Hope you are able to find a therapist to help.

Deb x

Jenni id think that an osteopath would be ore benfical as biomechanics also referral to phsyiotherapy would be of good use for u.
i suffer daily with lower back pain swelling but no joint damage,i have had osteopathic treatment it did help alot posture also comes into it alot.
they wouldnt do anything to hurt once informed of health issues would mean finding one specialsing in Ra,etc.
i have a weakness in that area due to 2 bad injuries from past.sorry see your bone structue is out alignment.
phsyio and osteopath would be useful.

any large areas of inflammation massage would be a contraindication. gentle scalp massage would be very relaxing,can actaully relax whole body from that alone.
much lv melly

ya welcome
all best at Gp and .. to the waiting room lot.
u take care melly