I received several comments in response to my recent article about the limited number of people with rheumatoid arthritis who exercise. Some commented that they enjoy walking or other low impact exercises. But others stated that exercise just isn't an option most of the time because of the constant pain, swelling and lack of energy that they are feeling.
In my last post from February 7, I talked about a land-based basic exercise program called PACE that is geared toward older adults with...
RA has a great impact on our lives, from our ability to perform daily activities such as caring for ourselves and our homes to getting... Read more »
See the accompanying comic! After a long and arduous winter, Spring is finally making its way into the world around me. This time of... Read more »
"Are you in remission?" I cannot answer. My throat is closed, the words caught somewhere deep within. I can't even answer the question... Read more »
As I stand amidst the chaos of moving boxes, bubble wrap and packing tape, preparing for the imminent move from the home I love, I can't... Read more »
Is rheumatoid arthritis dangerous? Maybe this is a silly question. Because it is clear that rheumatoid arthritis causes a myriad of... Read more »
From the FDA Consumer Magazine, March-April 2005 by Carol Rados Few people with arthritis would be willing to stop taking a medication that works,... Read more »
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Read the full text of Rheumatoid Arthritis: The "Loser" Disease and leave a comment! Read all of Sara's Posts Visit The Single Gal's Guide to... Read more »
Q: How do most patients get referred to a rheumatologist in the first place?Kremer: Usually, it’s the pain that’s perceived to be arthritis pain.... Read more »
Read the full text of For Hire: A Personal Assistant to Manage Rheumatoid Arthritis and leave a comment! Read all of Sara's Posts Visit The Single... Read more »
Audiobooks/MP3 player For people with RA, holding a traditional book can become too difficult. Neck, shoulder and even hand and finger pain can prevent your loved one from being able to hold a book. Buying either audio books on CD, or downloading...
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