What a Difference a Day Makes...Flares that ended up with me requiring multiple surgeries from the joint damage they incurred.... By Kathryn Elton, OTR3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
Pain Management: What Works?...My major "trouble joints" are my feet and ankles, and especially the right foot and ankle.... By Angela Lundberg3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Only In My Dreams...I don’t experience the constant ankle pain with every step and can go farther and faster than when I walk outside the pool.... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
The Potential of an RA Vaccine...It would stop millions of people from experiencing potentially lifelong chronic pain, disabilities, surgeries, and other potentially debilitating aspects... By Kelly Mack2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
How I Handle Moving Stress, Part 2...Because I started early, I was able to go through my belongings, little by little, and donate a lot of things.... By Monica Y. Sengupta3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Tips and Tools for Making RA Life Easier...This became particularly important as I had some surgeries that prohibited steps. ... By Nan Hart3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments17 comments
Practicing Patience...I remember after my joint replacement surgeries wondering how long the incision would need to heal, then the internal muscle and soft tissue, then my strength... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
My Experience With RA Chest Pain (Costochondritis)...I’ve broken a lot of bones, had third-degree burns, and had 8 major joint surgeries. I know pain, and this was up there.... By Michael Booth4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments58 comments
How I Handle Moving Stress, Part 1...Recently, I moved across the country for school. I basically packed up my life and moved. A cross-country move, as expected, was stressful and complicated. Surprisingly, though, I did not... By Monica Y. Sengupta3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Lawrence "Rick" Phillips...Rick has used six biologic medications and has had several surgeries related to RA.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
New Improvements to ABLE Accounts...You can choose any state or qualifying bank to open an ABLE account. ABLE accounts are tax-free, but there are some limitations.... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Elbow and Shoulder Surgery...Some people may need repeat surgeries on a particular area.... By Editorial Team 6 min readBookmark for later
Parents' Perspective (Part 2)...The surgeries were nerve wracking, waiting for you to come out. We rented an apartment in Rochester when you had your hips done.... By Kelly Mack4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Painful Knee Osteoarthritis: It's Time to Repeat Hyaluronic Acid Injections...to get my knees filled with this fabulous gel-like substance to hopefully provide more cushion and delay serious discussions of total knee replacement surgeries... By Lisa Emrich4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Changes...For ten years, this doctor has traveled with me through flares, surgeries, and successes with compassion, humor, and exceptional care.... By Mary Sophia Hawks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Dealing With RA is Like Having Another Job...After having multiple joint surgeries, PT is always prescribed by my orthopedic surgeon.... By Andrew Lumpe, PhD3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Why Are RA Drugs So Expensive?...And that does not include other costs associated with my RA treatment including other medicines, doctor visits, blood tests, imaging, and surgeries.... By Andrew Lumpe, PhD3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Do I Really Need Surgery?...Also, I have had many surgeries in the past, without going off my medications for more than 2 weeks. I have never had an issue. ... By Nan Hart3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Taking Care of Mental Health...It was a very difficult experience to have such big surgeries at a young age and I needed to harness great mental and physical strength (more than I knew... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Summertime, Supportive Sandals, and RA...It turns out that having foot, ankle, knee, and thigh support outweighs my desire to look cool.... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments21 comments