Explaining My Rheumatoid Arthritis...I try to convey that, while I have an illness, my wheelchair supports me in the world and is a benefit (not a minus) to my life.... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Sleeping Positions...It supports the natural position of hands/body evenly without becoming too hot! If I don’t use my husk pillow, I just use a regular one.... By Monica Y. Sengupta3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments17 comments
The Seat Cushion That Takes a Load Off...(RA/RD) involves an ongoing process of trial-and-error, whether trying to find an effective medication or hitting the level of physical activity that supports... By Tamara Haag3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Work, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Adaptations...For the first 8 years, I was loved and supported and never questioned about my "tough days." Two years ago, my boss changed.... By Mary Sophia Hawks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Off the Spectrum...Throughout the years, I suppose the evidence piled up. I encountered various people with RA and none of them with my level of joint disease.... By Kelly Mack2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Lisa Learns to Ride, Part I...So while I supported the notion, I was concerned about a couple of things – finding a suitable bicycle for her and getting a handle on what sort of... By Rob2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Every Step I Take...And when it comes to walking, I ensure that my body is as supported as possible.... By Tamara Haag2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Pain Is What the Patient Says It Is ...This is the worst way to live well with pain because living well with pain involves feeling heard and supported.... By Kathryn Elton, OTR3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Why Didn’t Anyone Tell Me That?...I suppose some of these items are relatively new knowledge, but I also feel sometimes that a lot hasn’t been shared with me.... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments18 comments
Plagued by Inflammation...I suppose if we knew that, then I wouldn’t have so much trouble managing my RA and calming my inflammation.... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
“How are you doing?” Can Be a Complicated Question...I suppose it does depend on the friend and the situation. If it’s a quick chat, I don’t want to delve into things about my RA.... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Staying Healthy During Transitions...As I’m living through this huge transition- selling and building a house- I feel grateful that I’m supported and can make this happen.... By Kathryn Elton, OTR3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Thankful for Aging...I suppose I have these things relative to my health now, but I always remember having RA and limitations because of it.... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Treatment Uncertainty...I suppose it could also be a combination of both.... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Clinical Trial Participation...All studies of a drug, biological product, or medical device regulated by the FDA, as well as any federally supported or conducted clinical study, are... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What I Wish My Doctor Told Me About RA...This collaboration, this sense of teamwork - it's really pivotal in making patients feel supported and well able to manage their rheumatoid arthritis.... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments36 comments
Unfair...I suppose because there is always a part of me, no matter how long I've had RA or how much experience I have dealing with it in everyday life... By Angela Lundberg3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Does My RA Doctor REALLY Hear Me?...In my previous community, I had a very successful and satisfying relationship with my doctor of 23 years who diagnosed me and supported me through every... By Nan Hart3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
Triggers, Schmiggers...I suppose that’s the same if the affected joint is a knee or an ankle, but when I have to forcibly still my hands, I feel trapped.... By Wren3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Illness from a Child’s Perspective...And I am thankful that my parents supported my questions, but also treated me like the child I was.... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments