Flare ScaresThe role that fear plays as it pertains to our RA is an important concept to keep in mind as we manage...reactions7comments
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...reactions2comments
Assume the Best, Plan for the WorstSince my recent retirement from my full-time job of 24 years, there is a natural progression for me to “take stock” if...reactions2comments
3 Easy-on-the-Joints Summer Exercise ActivitiesThe sun is shining, the sky is clear, and my joints are recovering from the winter scaries they experience with the cold...reactions4comments
TENS Unit for RA PainRecently, I wrote an article sharing my over-the-counter toolbox of items that help me manage life with rheumatoid arthritis. One of those...reactions6comments
Chemicals that Contribute to Inflammation in Rheumatoid ArthritisOnce I discovered that inflammation was the root of all evil within the rheumatoid arthritis world, I decided that for my own...reactions4comments
I Can Do This!: RA AffirmationsWe all know the little blue engine that pulled the train up the mountain by saying to itself, “I think I can...reactions4comments
Making Muscles: Strength Training and Rheumatoid Arthritis A few months ago, I broke my hip. Naturally, my leg muscles got really weak, really quickly. Like many people with rheumatoid...reactions5comments
The Pros and Cons of a Gluten Free Diet for RAMany people are wondering if they should try a gluten-free diet. Even if you haven't been diagnosed with celiac disease or gluten...reactions17comments
Watching for Lung IssuesWithout fail at every appointment with my rheumatologist, he asks if I have been coughing and listens to my lungs. Every couple...reactions13comments
You Know You Have RA When...There are rheumatoid arthritis (RA) symptoms you may experience every day that are not part of a doctor’s work-up. Here's what the...reactions16comments
Rosacea and RAI’ve been fighting an annoying rosacea flare since November last year. It’s sort of fun (and sardonic) to blame it on the...reactions4comments
Coping With a Difficult RecoveryAs someone who lives with chronic illness, I have come to expect the unexpected in many ways. Unfortunately, life still throws curveballs...reactions7comments
End of Semester Stress and RAWho would have thought: I'm sick again! And it's at the worst possible time for a graduate student: finals week. This serves...reactions1comment
How Much Do You Know about Rheumatoid Arthritis?As many of you already know, the month of May is dedicated to Arthritis Awareness Month. This year, in honor of awareness...reactionscomments
CINCOM Hand Massager Giveaway*The CINCOM Hand Massager Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! This May, we are celebrating Arthritis Awareness Month with...reactions2comments
Why Is Having RA So Expensive?You probably wouldn't know this unless you have RA—and maybe even if you do have RA, you haven't thought about this—but having...reactions17comments
25 Summer Activities for Bad Pain DaysWith summer just around the corner, many of us are ready to enjoy more activity, BBQs, and days in the sun. It’s...reactions6comments
What I’ve Learned From the RA CommunityThe rheumatoid arthritis (RA) community is diverse. It is full of people from all ages, genders, and geographic locations. The RA community...reactions1comment
Does My RA Doctor REALLY Hear Me?When we moved 4 years ago, one of the most difficult challenges was establishing a new relationship with a rheumatologist here. In...reactions13comments
