Diminishing Returns of ExerciseI very much feel and know the importance of quality exercise for best maintenance of me and my rheumatoid arthritis. The RA is less fierce when I get my regular... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
The Problem with RealI have been contemplating the meaning of real. In popular culture, we sometimes use words that mean the opposite of "real" as part of an idiom. Like for instance: "pie... By L rick Phillips3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments29 comments
Others May Not “See” It, But I Feel ItDuring Invisible Illness Awareness Week, we want to recognize and shed light on all those affected by an illness that may go unnoticed despite the major impact your illness has... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Got Bone Broth???I have been using bone broth on a daily basis for the last 1 year and 8 months to help manage my rheumatoid arthritis. I was hesitant at first about... By Lynn Marie Witt, MSOT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
RA and Dogs: It's ComplicatedI’ve always loved animals. When I was a kid, I joked that I was going to be a wild animal vet and my little brother had to be my assistant for... By Kathryn Elton, OTR3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Moving Apartments During COVID When You Have RAI just moved apartments during a pandemic — all while having rheumatoid arthritis. And it was difficult. There was so much stuff to move and so many problems. However, I... By David Advent2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Do Treatment Outcomes Differ Between Seronegative RA and Seropositive RA?My diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis was not immediate upon reporting vague symptoms to my primary care doctor as early as 2004. The main reason is that my laboratory results did... By Lisa Emrich5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments14 comments
We Need to Talk About RA Fatigue: Results From Our 8th RA In America SurveyFatigue is a symptom of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) that affects various aspects of life. RA fatigue is more than “just tired.” Fatigue brings not only severe exhaustion but also decreased... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments17 comments
In Praise of Physical Therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis For the past year, my right ankle has been listing, like a boat that is slowly sinking. And lately, I’ve noticed that my shoes are getting worn to the nub... By Kathryn Elton, OTR2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
RA PrioritiesOne of the most impactful things I have had to learn since being diagnosed with RA is the art of prioritizing. We know that RA is draining: between fatigue, injections... By David Advent2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Armor of Rheumatoid ArthritisI sometimes feel like an armadillo. Sounds very strange, I know. But I think it is intriguing to look at how we relate to other animals in nature in terms of... By Nan Hart2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Taking Humira Weekly: A Worsening of RA SymptomsI’m not sure what’s been making my RA worse lately, but my joints are in a lot more pain and my bloodwork has gotten worse. So much to the point... By David Advent2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Getting Used to the Stares AgainI haven’t been out much in the last few months. (Understatement of the year, right?!) So, I actually am not used to being around people. Other than living with my... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Just Color It: 6 Benefits of Coloring for Individuals with Rheumatoid ArthritisI can remember, from an early age, loving to color. I would spend hours upon hours choosing the perfect colors for my picture. Absolutely, I would get lost in my... By Lynn Marie Witt, MSOT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
The Pitfalls of Seronegative RAAs many as a third of people with rheumatoid arthritis/rheumatoid disease (RA/RD) are diagnosed with what is called seronegative rheumatoid arthritis. This means that rheumatoid factor is not present in... By Tamara Haag4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments56 comments
Ten Things I Wish I’d Known When Diagnosed with Rheumatoid ArthritisRheumatoid arthritis has become such an integrated part of my life that it is hard to believe it’s been 13.5 years since I was diagnosed. Fortunately, I’ve learned a few... By Lisa Emrich4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
How I Catch Some ZZZsI am very lucky that I do not have any sleep disorders but I still have trouble falling asleep and staying that way. I haven’t pinpointed the reason. It could... By Monica Y. Sengupta3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments23 comments
RA-darYes, I do believe that after 25 years with RA I have developed an ability to sense when someone I am around has RA. I call it RA-dar. I certainly... By Nan Hart3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
My RA Hands: Shades of Pink, Purple, Red, White, and BlueAbout three years ago, I was diagnosed with Raynaud’s syndrome as secondary to rheumatoid arthritis. My hands can get really cold and alternate between turning whitish to purplish. My feet... By Lisa Emrich2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments18 comments
Take the Connected Health Survey! (CLOSED)In the digital age, there are so many devices, websites, and technologies related to health. From fitness trackers to mobile apps, we use connected health technology to track symptoms, monitor... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments