Traveling With Refrigerated Medications...If you don’t already have one of these, see if your medication offers a support program that can send you one for free.... By Mariah Z. Leach5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Do Treatment Outcomes Differ Between Seronegative RA and Seropositive RA?...I’ve heard anecdotally that people with seronegative RA have less severe disease activity and this study seems to support that notion.... By Lisa Emrich5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
What it is that Grips Us: A Series on Depression and RA...These toll-free crisis hotlines offer 24-hour suicide prevention and support. Your call is free and confidential.... By Michael Booth5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
27, feeling alone and like no-one understands......Looking for some support. Recently my RA has gotten a lot worse in my hands, mainly my dominant right one....Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
What are your motivators?...My boss is very compassionate but most importantly understanding and having that support motivates me to go to work.... By 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Environmental risk factors...interest in the idea that some sort of infection (either viral or bacterial) might play a role in triggering RA, to date there is little evidence to support... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Exercising at Home? Motivation, and Some Thoughts on Behavior Change...Social reinforcement could also be built in here, whether it be approval or social support.... By Michael Booth5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My 81-Year-Long Journey with RA...The people were your support group. I still go to water exercise classes.... By kokomo3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Pain...Work with your doctor and/or physical or occupational therapist to select the splint or support that will best serve your purposes.... By Editorial Team 7 min readBookmark for later
What it is That Grips Us (Part 3)...These toll-free crisis hotlines offer 24-hour suicide prevention and support. Your call is free and confidential.... By Michael Booth5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Community Views: 6 Ways to Combat Morning Stiffness...I have found that natural options can help to support our bodies too.”... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
chamma chamma chameleon...RA patients need those in our "world" to respond with empathy, respect and support.... By Nan Hart3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Single, childless and suffering with RA...In various support groups for rheumatoid arthritis, I see so many posts from people whose husband, wife or significant other is unsupportive, has no desire... By 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Scary times...I have have had RA for about 11 year now, but no one could ask for better support than I have in my husband....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Help Center...For technical support or any questions not listed below, please email us at contact@rheumatoidarthritis.net. We’re here to help!... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for later
Why did it take so long to diagnose RA???...My family and friends were instrumental in getting me through the early stages of RA and to this day are my biggest sources of comfort, support and of... By Nan Hart3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Getting a diagnosis...where going into work is too difficult (which seems possible since currently just walking around in my house is difficult), I want to have a diagnosis to support...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesDiagnosisInsurance & DisabilityTips & Advice
Time to Renew!...When did you last see all of your various medical support team members? Check on those appointments and make the ones you need to.... By Nan Hart3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Surgery Is Challenging...I would also train staff or create a small team to work with these patients to better support their care.... By Kelly Mack6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments16 comments
Cynthia Ventura...The highlights of my career include: leading grief support groups, the privilege of entering the sacred company of end-of-life patients and assisting grieving... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for later