Surgery May be Part of Your Battle With RAA sixth RA-related surgery is scheduled for a few weeks. The goal is to remove damaged bone and tendon in the elbow...reactions3comments
Understanding Clinical TrialsA clinical trial is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device...reactionscomments
Painkiller Injection Gets FDA ApprovalAn article on Reuters caught my eye the other day about a new painkiller injection getting approved by the FDA: Hospira's non-opioid...reactionscomments
Contemplating Goals for 2015During 2014 I made some good progress on my health goals, starting with gaining strength and improving my walking. In the spring...reactionscomments
These Boots Are Made for Walkin’, Aren’t They?A Barbie doll’s feet are made for female fashion footwear. Ironically, the human foot is not. Yet, in spite of the foot...reactions15comments
New Year's IntentionsThe other day I was going through the overflowing myriad of stuff in my e-mail inbox and I paused to look at...reactions3comments
Only as Strong as My Weakest JointI’m gripping the walker tightly, listening to my heartbeat thumping. My thoughts are racing, but I grab onto one: “I will make...reactions2comments
Counting My Blessings: Healthful PracticesWhile the holidays can be wonderful, all the holiday cheer can also highlight the aspects of our lives that make it hard...reactions3comments
Counting My Blessings: Good DaysWhile the holidays can be wonderful, all the holiday cheer can also highlight the aspects of our lives that make it hard...reactions2comments
Compression Socks for Pain and Swelling - Community Feedback!Pain and swelling in our feet and ankles are common symptoms associated with rheumatoid arthritis, and finding relief is important. While the use...reactions33comments
An Immobile MobileI was recently on a trip for two weeks in Boston, New York, and New Jersey and in preparation for that trip...reactions4comments
When Working Out Doesn’t Work OutEver since moving to New York, I’ve really struggled with keeping up a workout routine. In Michigan, I was doing a walk...reactions6comments
Counting My Blessings: MedicationsWhile the holidays can be wonderful, all the holiday cheer can also highlight the aspects of our lives that make it hard...reactions3comments
Choosing a DoctorWithout a doubt one of the most important factors for getting quality health care is to have a good doctor. For patients...reactions7comments
What’s the Latest on RA from the Rheumatology World?The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) is an organization for rheumatology healthcare professionals with a mission of education, research, advocacy and practice...reactions2comments
Counting My Blessings: Over-the-Counter AidsWhile the holidays can be wonderful, all the holiday cheer can also highlight the aspects of our lives that make it hard...reactions4comments
A Major PAIN"Your prescription may be changing" is how the letter I received recently from my pharmacy began. It may be changing? As I...reactions20comments
Counting My Blessings: My Support NetworkWhile the holidays can be wonderful, all the holiday cheer can also highlight the aspects of our lives that make it hard...reactions2comments
Trying to Balance Work and Life with RA Is ExhaustingI recently accepted a part-time position as a patient advocate at the Hospital for Special Surgery. And by part-time, I mean 9...reactions28comments
A Different Sort of FamilyI always thought I would have a family. As a kid we would talk about “when I have kids.” A boy, a...reactions4comments
