Digit DistressIt all happened in slow motion. The ceramic bowl bounced off the drying rack, off the counter, and swan dove right into...reactions64comments
RA and Comorbidities: A New Rare DiagnosisIn all of my 11 years writing for RheumatoidArthritis.net, I never imagined I would write an article like this one. It's a...reactions58comments
Tools to Support Knee Surgery Recovery When Complicated by RAI recently shared that I took a small fall last September which caused the tearing of the ligaments and muscles surrounding my...reactions7comments
When It Comes to Our Health, We Deserve BetterI came across something interesting the other day. Dave Ramsey, a Christian writer and finance guru, has this catchphrase: "Better than I...reactions2comments
In Sickness and In Health: Three Ways My Marriage Survived RAThe phrase “in sickness and in health” is a common commitment made during a marriage ceremony in many religions and cultures. Everyone...reactions4comments
Breaking the Stigma: Chronic Illness and Its Impact on Mental HealthI have spent years navigating the world of chronic illness, specifically Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). What I didn’t realize early on was how...reactions14comments
Exploring the "T2T" Goal of RA TreatmentIn these days of 2025, the “goal” of rheumatoid arthritis treatment is to treat to target.The following excerpt is from the arthritis.org...reactionscomments
How to Talk About RA With KidsIt is a remarkable (and stressful) responsibility to shape young minds' understanding. As a mother, I don’t take this job lightly as...reactions4comments
RA Causing Failing Joints and Little BumpsI was diagnosed with RA ten years ago.I had to have my right index finger knuckle fused, I have had one hip...reactions6comments
Asking for Help Is a SkillFor those of us with RA, asking for help is not as easy as you'd think. Many of us are "type A"...reactions7comments
My RA Hands: Shades of Pink, Purple, Red, White, and BlueAbout 3 years ago, I was diagnosed with Raynaud’s syndrome secondary to rheumatoid arthritis (RA). My hands can get really cold and...reactions53comments
RA and Misconceptions - Why Us?Rheumatoid arthritis is one of the most enigmatic chronic illnesses out there; dealing with it daily is a herculean feat. Fatigue, pain...reactions38comments
What Comes Next After Graduation: Health Insurance and RAI’m finishing up my graduate degree this May 2025, and while I am excited at the prospect of what comes next, one...reactions16comments
Dear Friends, Family, and Coworkers: I Have Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)This article is for my dear friends, family, and co-workers. I wanted to let you know that I have a diagnosis of...reactions129comments
Community Share: Our Favorite Devices for Coping With RAThere are many different types of devices, both medical and non-medical, that people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) find helpful in coping with...reactions8comments
My RA Foot Pain Relief With Red and Infrared Light TherapyIn my 20 years living with rheumatoid arthritis, foot pain has been a chronic issue. The pain, at times, can be excruciating...reactions24comments
When the Weather HurtsI have lived in the midwest my whole life, growing up in Illinois and attending college in Iowa. I am used to...reactions58comments
Medical GaslightingI just read an interesting and very relatable article in the New York Times. In the article, experts share tips on how...reactions73comments
Explaining My RA FatigueThere’s 1 symptom of rheumatoid arthritis that I struggle with, regardless of my disease status. Even on my best days - days...reactions91comments
Why I Changed My RA BiologicI did something a little crazy, but it made sense to me: I changed my biologic. My previous one was working great...reactions27comments
