Can RA cause weak grip? If you’ve ever found yourself struggling to open a jar, twist a doorknob, or even hold a pen, you’re not alone. As a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve had countless patients walk into my clinic frustrated by a loss of grip strength—and more often than not, rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is the…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) means learning how to work *with* your body instead of against it. And let me tell you, one of the most common things my patients ask is how to strengthen hands with rheumatoid arthritis without flaring things up. As a rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how frustrating it can…
If you’re someone who’s living with arthritis, particularly in your hands, then you probably know how frustrating it can be when your fingers feel cold, stiff, or just plain “off.” I get it — as a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen countless patients come into the clinic saying, “My hands just don’t feel right, especially…
If you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis, especially in your hands, then you know how frustrating those stiff mornings and achy knuckles can be. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner who’s worked with hundreds of patients over the years, I can tell you — managing symptoms isn’t just about medication. Sometimes the best hand exercises for rheumatoid…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) isn’t just about managing flares or remembering your meds—it’s about adapting daily life so your joints can keep up with you. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful occupational therapy tips for rheumatoid arthritis can be. Not only do they make everyday activities more manageable, but they…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is more than just an annoying stiffness in the morning—it’s a life-altering condition that affects everything from daily tasks to overall well-being. One of the most frustrating aspects? How does rheumatoid arthritis affect hand grip strength? If you’ve ever struggled to open a jar, hold a coffee mug, or even shake someone’s…