Treatment UncertaintyAbout this time last year I switched biologics because the old one wasn’t working for me anymore. While the new biologic never helped as much as the previous one, it... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Dreamland: RA & The Opiate EpidemicI just finished a fascinating book about the "opioid epidemic" our country is currently embroiled in: "Dreamland: The True Tale of America's Opiate Epidemic" by Sam Quinones. Quinones, a journalist... By Angela Lundberg5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Now You See It, Now You Don't: The Invisible Nature of RAMy husband Todd went on a mountain bike ride yesterday. It was his birthday and as a former professional bike racer this is something he loves to do. Later, at... By Kathryn Elton, OTR5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Unhealthy StandardsA French woman who has traveled the world and lived in several different countries moved to the United States a few months ago. She had this to say about the... By Tamara Haag4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Internet InspirationThere are countless memes and posts of "word inspiration" splashed all over social media every second of the day, I'd argue. Many of them probably scroll right by you, unnoticed... By Angela Lundberg5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Importance of RehabRecently my husband and I have been discussing whether I should go to physical therapy for a few ‘tune up’ sessions. Rehabilitation or physical therapy sessions have been very helpful... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Transitioning to Fall and Winter WeatherUsually my best time of year with fewer rheumatoid arthritis symptoms is summer. My joints feel better in the heat and my energy levels improve. This year we’ve had a... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
The Last DaysWith a title like “The Last Days” one might wonder if I’m referring to something as monumental as the last days of life or the last days before the apocalypse... By Tamara Haag3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
“How are you doing?” Can Be a Complicated QuestionA friend asks me “how are you doing” and I freeze. It’s like being stunned with a taser. I just don’t know what to say. A simple question from a... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Aides to the RescueAt various times during my life with rheumatoid arthritis I have needed help to assist me with my limitations. This includes after surgeries, like joint replacements. But it also includes... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Why I Became a Pain Relief Trailblazer and Why You Should TooPain is one of the most fascinating, frustrating and excruciating life experiences we all get to have. It is a universal experience, yet so individual in its presentation that it... By Kathryn Elton, OTR5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Seeing the Basket as Half FoldedLiving with a chronic disease like rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can make it challenging to feel like a productive person. The inflammation this disease causes can decrease range of motion, making... By Tamara Haag3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Let's Get RealSo how do we deal with the day to day realities of RA? First of all we need to be honest about every aspect of this chronic disease. By that... By Nan Hart2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Attitude Makes a DifferenceIn previous articles, I’ve written about finding a good doctor and firing bad ones. But another important part of my experience with good clinical support focuses on the staff at... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Things I Don’t Want to HearPeople mean well. I will start off by acknowledging this fact. But nevertheless, there are things I still don’t want to hear from strangers. Frequently when someone new learns that... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Pregnancy & Parenting With Arthritis – An Interview with Laurie ProulxAt the age of fourteen, Laurie Proulx first started showing signs of Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (which is now called Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis). Today, Laurie is the mother of two children... By Mariah Z. Leach4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Right from the RA trenchesWhat happens when your pain from rheumatoid disease gets too big to handle? What can you do when your go-to tools, such as heat/ice; distraction; meditation; CBT; gentle exercise; various... By Wren4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Battling the Summer Heat With RAThe dog days of summer are upon us. The heat and humidity that come along with these sweltering days can be difficult to deal with, even for the healthiest among... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
RA Tag-alongsThe truth is, there isn't really an organ or system of our bodies that are not potentially affected by RA. Why is that? Well, experts agree it is largely due... By Nan Hart3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
A Home of My OwnA few months ago I daydreamed what it would be like to live in a place adapted to my rheumatoid arthritis and physical disabilities. It was during a time when... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments