Back pain from a muscle strain is one of those annoying things that sneaks up on you when you least expect it. For me, it was lifting an oddly shaped box while rushing through a move. I felt that immediate twinge in my lower back and thought, “This will pass.” Spoiler alert—it didn’t. What followed…
If you’ve ever had that nagging, sharp ache in your lower back that just won’t quit — yep, I’ve been there too. Mine started after a weekend of yard work that I swore wouldn’t be “too intense.” Fast forward two days, and I’m hobbling like someone three times my age. Turns out, the culprit was…
It started with a dull ache — you know, the kind you brush off after sitting too long or lifting something awkwardly. I figured it was just a minor strain. But as days turned into weeks, that ache in my lower back evolved into sharp, radiating pain that shot down my leg. Sound familiar? If…
Upper back pain can creep into your life like a silent thief. I still remember sitting in my office chair after a weekend of lifting boxes during a move—by Monday morning, the ache between my shoulder blades was persistent, sharp, and a little scary. The truth is, upper back pain isn’t always dramatic or sudden,…
If you’ve been living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you probably know firsthand how frustrating it can be when something as simple as walking becomes a challenge. RA and walking limitations often go hand in hand, and understanding why this happens can make a big difference in managing daily life. From my years as a rheumatology…
Living with RA and hip joint issues is something I see almost daily in my work as a Rheumatology nurse practitioner. And let me tell you—it’s not just a “joint pain” kind of problem. The hip, being a deep and weight-bearing joint, makes this a completely different beast compared to something like RA in the…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) often means more than just managing joint pain and stiffness. One of the less talked about, yet frustrating symptoms that many patients experience is balance problems. As a rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how RA and balance problems explained can unlock a deeper understanding of what’s happening inside the…
If you’re dealing with rheumatoid arthritis and the best stretches for knee pain are on your radar, you’re absolutely not alone. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I see so many patients who quietly suffer through their day, unsure if that stiffness in their knees is just “getting older” or something more serious. I totally get…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be challenging, especially when it comes to managing pain, inflammation, and mobility. As someone who has spent years as a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how RA affects people on a daily basis. One of the most common concerns I hear from patients is about their circulation and…