Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can feel like a never-ending battle. The constant joint pain, stiffness, and fatigue often make daily activities seem impossible. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how devastating this condition can be for patients. But there’s hope, and it comes in the form of low-impact workouts. Many people with…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis is a full-time job—trust me, I see it firsthand every day as a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner. The flare-ups, the fatigue, the stiffness that just won’t quit… it can feel like your body’s staging a rebellion. One topic that comes up a lot in my clinic (and yes, even in casual conversations…
If you have high blood pressure, or hypertension, you may be wondering how to safely exercise with high blood pressure. The good news is, staying active is one of the most effective ways to manage hypertension and improve overall health. But, of course, safety comes first. As someone who has worked with many individuals managing…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune condition that affects millions of people worldwide. As someone who has dedicated years to studying and managing this complex disease, I’ve seen firsthand the challenges it brings to patients’ lives. It’s more than just joint pain—it can lead to fatigue, inflammation, and in some cases, severe joint deformity….
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease that impacts millions of people worldwide. It primarily affects the joints, causing pain, stiffness, swelling, and eventually joint deformities. But did you know that RA’s effects go beyond the joints? One of the often-overlooked aspects of this condition is how it influences muscle mass. As someone with…
When you’ve got hypertension, or high blood pressure, it can feel a little overwhelming trying to figure out what exercise is actually safe and helpful. But here’s the good news—getting active is one of the best ways to manage it, and it doesn’t have to mean going hard at the gym every day. In fact,…