Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can feel like a constant balancing act. Some days, you’re full of energy. Others, it’s a struggle just to open a jar or chop vegetables. If you’ve ever found yourself wincing at the thought of cooking during a flare-up, you’re not alone. That’s where smart meal prep comes in. With…
Gardening is one of life’s great pleasures—it’s therapeutic, beautiful, and rewarding. But if you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), even digging in the dirt can sometimes feel daunting. Today, we sit down with Dr. Emma Carlson, a rheumatologist and passionate horticulturist, to explore practical tips, tools, and strategies that make gardening with RA not only…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) doesn’t mean giving up the joy of hobbies. In fact, choosing the right ones can boost your mood, ease joint stiffness, and give you a refreshing sense of purpose. To dive deeper into this, I sat down with Dr. Mia Harper, a rheumatologist who also happens to be an avid…
Hey there! If you’re managing rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and want to build a beauty routine that’s both kind to your skin and considerate of your joints, you’ve come to the right place. This guide walks you through choosing RA‑friendly beauty products—simple, smart, and soothing. Let’s dive in! Step 1: Start with joint‑friendly packaging Look for…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can feel like a daily struggle—pain, stiffness, stress. But what if something as simple as mindful breathing could help ease your journey? We sat down with Dr. Maya Rahman, a rheumatologist and mindfulness teacher with over 15 years of clinical experience, to unpack how mindful breathing can benefit those living…
You’ve likely felt it—wrists stiff in the morning, joints swelling when you least expect it. Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be a daily challenge, not only physically but mentally. When your immune system mistakenly attacks your own joints, it’s more than just pain—it’s unpredictability, fatigue, emotional strain. That’s tough. And if you’re trying to…
Living and working with rheumatoid arthritis can feel like juggling flaming torches—pain, fatigue, and stiffness often come without warning, making even the simplest tasks a challenge. As a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve witnessed firsthand how this autoimmune condition doesn’t just affect the joints, but also impacts day-to-day life, especially when it comes to the workplace….
Does RA affect memory? That’s a question I hear more often than you’d think. As a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve had patients look at me with a mix of frustration and fear when they say, “I feel like I’m forgetting everything lately… is it the RA?” It’s not just aches and swollen joints anymore—we’re talking…
Let’s be real—coping with RA in relationships isn’t something you can prepare for. When I first started working as a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I thought I had a solid grip on the science of rheumatoid arthritis. But it wasn’t until I sat across from couples—one quietly wincing from joint pain, the other unsure of what…