Helping Hands: Tips For Stiff Fingers...I always recommend asking your doctor for a referral to occupational therapy for an evaluation and a home exercise program that fits your individual needs... By Kathryn Elton, OTR3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
When Tolerating Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain Creates Pain...Medication is only one part of this, most of the things I do involve exercise and rest, and modalities like heat and cold.... By Kathryn Elton, OTR2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments22 comments
Dealing with Seasonal Allergies while Having RA...After taking Claritin for two weeks every day, I’ve noticed that my allergy symptoms have significantly reduced, and I can finally walk and exercise outside... By David Advent2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
On Shaky Grounds These Days...Most of them are helpful and include meditation, exercise, staying connected with family and friends, etc, and I could not agree more. ... By Nan Hart2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Flares, Uncertainty, and RA...Second, I try to exercise as much as my body allows. Some weeks are better than others; some are worse.... By David Advent2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
RA Priorities...This can range from the mundane (trying a new dessert or tea from Trader Joe’s) to the relative extreme (which might include trying a new exercise, making... By David Advent2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Tips for a Tolerable Pregnancy...Exercise is always an important component of RA self-care, and I found this to be even more the case during pregnancy.... By Tamara Haag5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Staying Positive during a Pandemic...I exercise daily, eat relatively healthy, take my immunosuppressants, and have been flare-free for over a year (minus a few rather uncomfortable days).... By shelbieatwater2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Rheumatoid Arthritis and COVID-19...These include fewer screenings, issues with technology, and lack of exercise. And for some, in-person visits are still crucial but have not happened.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
It's a small, small world...For instance, increasing your exercise by even a small amount can be just the boost we need to feel better. No amount is too small!... By Nan Hart2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Weakness in arms and legs...However, although I exercise every day (walking the dog as briskly as I can twice a day, and exercises for mobility and strength a 2 or 3 times...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSymptoms
This Weird Reprieve...In addition to a reduction in stress, now that I am not in school, I have more time to eat better and exercise more.... By David Advent2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
The Holidays with the Dragon...The Holiday Season: that fine part of the year that starts with autumn’s sweet, sharp nip in the air. Outdoors, it’s beautiful! Clear blue skies, scudding clouds, the occasional thunderstorm... By Wren5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Suddenly, My Life Changed...Have had osteoarthritis for several years but have managed to cope with it mainly with exercise. Have always been very active.... By pansypotter1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Foot Pain & Rheumatoid Arthritis: Things I Wish I Knew When First Diagnosed...When you exercise, try to do activities like swimming that put less stress on the joints of your feet. 3. ... By Lynn Marie Witt, MSOT2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments114 comments
Surviving with RA...I worked until 3 months ago & I walk 2 1/2 miles nearly every day for exercise.... By babsnearl1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
So what?...That said, I enjoy this exercise in examining where I am at in my life’s journey AND how that interacts with my management of Rheumatoid Arthritis.... By Nan Hart3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Biomarkers and Treatment Plans...Treatment plans for RA are, even in this day and age, largely an exercise in trial-and-error.... By Carla Kienast2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Long Nights and Rheumatoid Arthritis: The Problem of Chronic Insomnia ...You need to exercise every day and that will help you sleep.”... By Kathryn Elton, OTR2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Summer on the Horizon: Heat and RA...why I like to modulate some of my summer exercising and activities indoors, in places like the gym, a mall (for walking), or even switching to a new exercise... By David Advent3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments