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Tag: rheumatoid arthritis
The things that make me go ouch
I recently started thinking about some of the factors that contribute to my Rheumatoid Arthritis flares so wanted to share a list. What am I missing? What leads to your most intense flares?
What Arthritis Pain Feels Like
In October 2015, I had the opportunity to contribute to an article titled "What Arthritis Pain Feels Like" for EveryDayHEALTH . I just recently looked back at some of the things I shared in that piece and unfortunately, not much has changed. Here's an excerpt. Rheumatoid arthritis can be like the old “box of chocolates” adage … Continue reading What Arthritis Pain Feels Like
Honestly Rheumatoid Arthritis
In 2016, Sanofi and Regeneron conducted a survey of 1,000 Rheumatoid Arthritis patients in the US, with hopes of getting a better understanding of patient needs. The survey, titled Honestly RA, resulted in data that can help others understand what those of us with RA are feeling. While I'm typically skeptical of pharma backed initiatives like … Continue reading Honestly Rheumatoid Arthritis
Help, I have Rheumatoid Arthritis and I CAN’T SLEEP!!!
Does anyone else with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) have trouble sleeping? The crazy thing is, it's not the pain that keeps me up at night. At least I don't think it is the pain, or perhaps I'm partially immune to the pain after 12 years of living with RA. Could it be side effects from my … Continue reading Help, I have Rheumatoid Arthritis and I CAN’T SLEEP!!!
Lots of Changes, but I still have RA
I just realized it had been almost a year since I've sat down to write a post. A year? Seriously? Where does time go? Since my last post, I moved to Austin, Texas. It's almost as weird to type right now as it is to recite my new address over the phone to the mail-in pharmacy. … Continue reading Lots of Changes, but I still have RA
Rheumatoid Arthritis Workshop this Tuesday, July 17th in New York City
Innovations Consulting Group is holding a FREE series of workshops for patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis this Tuesday, 7/17 at the Cornell Club at 6 East 44th Street from 6-8PM. RSVP online at: http://www.innovationsgroup.org/events
Rheumatoid Arthritis Workshop this Thursday, 6/14 in Chicago
Calling all Chicago folks affected by Rheumatoid Arthritis! Innovations Consulting Group is holding a FREE series of workshops for patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis this Thursday, 6/14 at the InterContinental Chicago Hotel located on Michigan Avenue from 6PM-8PM.
Joint Surgery on the Decline for Rheumatoid Arthritis Sufferers
I just came across a really exciting article written by Susan Bernstein, published by Arthrtis Today which claims that joint surgery is on the decline for us Rheumatoid Arthritis sufferers. I've posted an exert from the article below because this news is too great not to share. I'm loving this kind of progress! When rheumatologist … Continue reading Joint Surgery on the Decline for Rheumatoid Arthritis Sufferers
Weather and Arthritis
I've written about the correlation between weather and arthritis in a few of my past posts, but felt the need to bring it up again since we've had record breaking weather conditions in Chicago and I'm feeling really crappy today. After two weeks of 70+ degree weather in Chicago this March (and feeling just freaking fantastic), it's barely reaching 50 … Continue reading Weather and Arthritis
Chronic Mum 