Tag: chronic pain

Here I go again- revolving door healthcare

Navigating doctor turnover as a rheumatology patient That awkward moment when you are unable to take your own advice.  As a patient leader and health advocate, I often stress the importance of good doctor-patient relationships.  As patients we all need someone who listens and… Continue Reading “Here I go again- revolving door healthcare”

Navigating Winter with Rheumatoid Arthritis

There is no doubt about it, winter with arthritis can be rough. The following tips can make it more bearable.

Keep Warm and Carry On- Surviving Winter with Arthritis

There is no doubt about it, winter with arthritis can be rough. The following tips can make it more bearable.

How chronic illness changed my parenting style

“Do you need a glass of water Mom?”  The question, from my youngest son is no surprise, he’s a very kind little man.  His response to my answer of no, however, does take me a bit by surprise.  “You never need me to get… Continue Reading “How chronic illness changed my parenting style”

Are You Living with Painsomnia? Pain driven sleeplessness and you.

You toss and turn, desperate for a comfortable position and much needed rest.  The clock seems to taunt you as minutes turn to hours and still, sleep does not come.  Not for lack of exhaustion, mind you, you are certain you could sleep for… Continue Reading “Are You Living with Painsomnia? Pain driven sleeplessness and you.”

Keep Warm and Carry On- Surviving Winter with Arthritis

There is no doubt about it, winter with arthritis can be rough. The following tips can make it more bearable.

In Pursuit of Hope, Magic, and Better Days

The continuing saga of life with rheumatoid arthritis.

10 Tried and True Natural Pain Remedies

Let’s face it, life is full of pain! Headaches, back aches, cranky joints, injuries old and new, no matter the source of the pain, nature has given us some powerful remedies for that pain. Here are the 10 Natural remedies I find most effective… Continue Reading “10 Tried and True Natural Pain Remedies”