If there’s one question I get all the time as a rheumatology nurse practitioner, it’s this: “Is there anything I can take that’ll help me feel less tired all the time?” And believe me, I get it. Rheumatoid arthritis and managing fatigue with supplements is something I talk about almost daily in clinic. The exhaustion…
If you’ve ever dealt with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you know how much it can affect your daily life—especially when it comes to something as simple as putting on a pair of shoes. From my years working as a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how the right footwear can make a world of difference for…
If you’ve ever struggled with rheumatoid arthritis and the connection to dry eyes, trust me—you’re not imagining things. I see this combination more often than you’d think in my rheumatology practice. Patients come in expecting to talk about joint pain, and the next thing you know, we’re knee-deep in a conversation about gritty eyes, blurred…
If you’ve ever sat across from a patient struggling with joint pain and morning stiffness, then you know how relentless rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be. As a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve witnessed firsthand how chronic inflammation takes a toll—not just on joints, but on every facet of life. Over the years, many of my patients…
Traveling can be an exciting adventure, but if you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), it often comes with a unique set of challenges. From managing pain and stiffness to sticking with medication routines and finding ways to stay comfortable on the go, it’s not always easy. As a Rheumatology nurse practitioner who’s worked closely with…
If you’ve ever watched someone struggle to open a jar or rise from a chair with a grimace, you may have seen the quiet grip of rheumatoid arthritis and its effect on joint flexibility in action. As a rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen this disease not just as a list of symptoms on a chart,…
If you’ve ever wondered how to reduce joint pain from rheumatoid arthritis, you’re not alone. As a rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how frustrating and exhausting this condition can be. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) isn’t just about achy joints—it’s an autoimmune disease that can seriously impact your quality of life. But here’s the good news:…
Can rheumatoid arthritis lead to heart disease? It’s a question I hear a lot in my practice, and honestly, it’s a super important one. When patients first come to see me, they’re usually focused on their joint pain, swelling, and fatigue — understandably so. But very few realize that rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is more than…
When I first started working as a rheumatology nurse practitioner, I never imagined that I’d be recommending acupuncture to my rheumatoid arthritis patients. But after years of seeing how medication alone sometimes just isn’t enough, I’ve become a believer in integrating complementary therapies. Rheumatoid arthritis and the benefits of acupuncture have become one of my…