If you’re like me and you’ve ever had that weird combination of shoulder tension, upper back discomfort, and tingling arms that just won’t quit — well, welcome to the world of thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS). I remember thinking it was just bad posture or maybe sleeping wrong. Turns out, it was something a bit more…
I still remember the first time I experienced that deep, nagging pain right in the middle of my butt cheek. At first, I thought it was just a pulled muscle from a workout or maybe I had been sitting too long in a weird position. But when the pain started radiating down the back of…
When I first heard the term spinal stenosis, it sounded like some rare condition only a handful of people deal with. Turns out, I was wrong — really wrong. A few years back, I started having this weird mix of numbness and sharp pain running down my lower back into my legs. I thought it…
Back pain has been my annoying sidekick for over a decade—especially after sitting through long editing sessions and those ridiculously cramped flights. But here’s the thing: I always lumped all the discomfort under “back pain” until a few years ago, when I found out that what I was dealing with was actually sciatica. Yeah, there’s…
If you’ve been dealing with RA and carpal tunnel syndrome at the same time, trust me—you’re not alone. I’ve seen this combo more times than I can count in my practice as a rheumatology nurse practitioner. It’s like a one-two punch to your hands, and for patients, it can be incredibly frustrating. Carpal tunnel symptoms…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a well-known autoimmune condition, primarily affecting the joints. As a rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how it can cause significant pain, stiffness, and other debilitating symptoms. However, there’s a question I often get from patients: “Can rheumatoid arthritis cause sciatica-like pain?” It’s a great question because while RA is mainly…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and as someone who works closely with individuals dealing with RA, I’ve seen firsthand how it can truly impact daily life. One of the more concerning and sometimes overlooked symptoms of RA is the sensation of numbness in the hands. If…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune condition that affects millions of people worldwide. If you’re living with RA, you know how debilitating its symptoms can be. Joint pain, stiffness, and swelling are just a few of the everyday challenges that can greatly impact your quality of life. But have you ever wondered whether RA…
So, you’ve got rheumatoid arthritis (RA), and now you’re wondering why you’re feeling all these weird tingling or numb sensations in your fingers or feet, right? RA is usually known for causing joint pain and stiffness, but it turns out it can mess with your nerves too. Let’s break it down and talk about why…