Walking...For those of you not raised in the 1970s, a Weeble People was a toy that looked like a person, and they could not be knocked down.... By L rick Phillips3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Poison Ivy and the Immune Response...We took care of our children, our jobs, and critical chores, but things like weeding our backyard were put on the backburner while I focused my energy... By Tamara Haag4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Take the Connected Health Survey! (CLOSED)...While there are endless options for combining technology and health care, some people have concerns about security and privacy, or feel unsure about using... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
RA or Other? Distinguishing Symptoms and Self-Advocating...Like, what was the worst case scenario that could stem from my current situation, and if that happened, what would my course(s) of action be?... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments54 comments
Waking Up is Hard to Do...I swing my legs over the side of the bed while bringing my torso and upper half as well.... By Monica Y. Sengupta3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments55 comments
Jaw Pain and Rheumatoid Arthritis...While many people believe that clicking of the TMJ is a cause, there is no scientific evidence that clicking alone causes disorders.... By Andrew Lumpe, PhD3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Why Are RA Drugs So Expensive?...While only representing 1 percent of the prescriptions filled, specialty drugs accounted for 31 percent of the total costs of medicines.... By Andrew Lumpe, PhD3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
My First Fall...First, I forgot that even if it’s 50 degrees during the day, the temperature could drop to negatives at night.... By Monica Y. Sengupta3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments38 comments
Dressing Do's and Don'ts with RA, Part 1...The difference after RA entered my life was keeping that joy of dressing while dealing with the reality of RA.... By Nan Hart3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Steroids, RA, And The Battle Of The Bulge...And the worst is gaining weight in places where you didn’t know fat could exist.... By Leslie Rott3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
New Xeljanz Safety Study Reports Drug Fails Two Goals...It’s probably also a good idea to consult with a primary care physician about overall health to check on these risk factors, while also consulting with... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Brick Walls and Childhood Dreams...However I do always worry, in the back of my mind, about trying to achieve what I want in life while having RA.... By Angela Lundberg5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
10 Common RA Symptoms...A total of 1,055 people started the survey while 706 people completed the survey resulting in a high completion rate of 67%.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
That Thing No One Talks About...It takes a lot of work, a lot of communication, and a lot of patience to improve your sex life while dealing with RA.... By Mariah Z. Leach5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Let's Talk About Stress...Weirdly, I’ve become quite “chill.” A lot of things do not phase me. I don’t get very angry or mad or sad or annoyed. I am just even-keeled.... By Monica Y. Sengupta3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Rheumatoid Arthritis and College, a Guide to Academic Accommodations...Having been diagnosed with RA while in a Master's program, I know first-hand the difficulties the disease can bring to studies.... By Michael Booth5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Cold Nights...I have RA and one of the things I don't anticipate is the cold weather. The cold weather makes my joints very stiff. Although winter has not arrived.... By celia1231 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
“Mean Mommy”...While I have my shortcomings, as all humans do, I will say that overall I am a good mother, and I certainly put a lot of effort and intention... By Tamara Haag5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Beware the Dignity Police...No one has complained about my clothes, and frankly I could care less. I’m not here to be a fashion model.... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Grateful with Rheumatoid Arthritis...I could not ask for a better support person or, as I think of her, my corner woman. I suppose she could also be called my cut woman.... By L rick Phillips3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments