Living with rheumatoid arthritis and emotional well-being often feels like juggling fire and water at the same time—tough enough on their own, but nearly impossible together. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve had countless heart-to-hearts with patients who walk into the clinic worn down not just by joint pain but by something harder to talk…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune condition that affects millions of people worldwide, often causing pain, swelling, and joint damage. But one aspect of rheumatoid arthritis that often gets overlooked is the emotional and social toll it takes on individuals. If you’ve ever struggled with social isolation due to RA, you’re not alone. As…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be physically and emotionally overwhelming. As someone who’s spent years diagnosing, treating, and supporting people with RA, I’ve witnessed firsthand the physical pain it can cause—and the emotional toll it takes. It’s more than just joints that are affected; it impacts the way we feel, think, and approach life…
Managing hypertension is something I’ve spent a lot of time focusing on throughout my career. I know how overwhelming it can be to deal with high blood pressure, especially when you’re looking for new ways to manage it without solely relying on medication. One strategy I’ve recently explored is managing hypertension with cold exposure therapy….