Do you ever feel like you have so many things to do that your mind is spinning out of control? There is a job that needs your attention, including chauffeuring kids to after-school activities and putting meals on the table when everyone is ready for dinner. Throw in a stressful commute, and a job that […]
Plant, Prune, and Protect Your Joints
My hands are a mess thanks to arthritis, and I have continual pain in the base of my thumb. My fingers are swollen, and I have lost a lot of grip strength. Things that were once easy to pick up are often dropped, and jars that need opening need a special tool. There were many […]
Home Sweet Gym: Workouts for Every Body
My exercise routine has certainly changed since I was first diagnosed with osteoarthritis 29 years ago. I enjoyed taking long walks, and since I didn’t drive, I got a lot of exercise just by taking the bus and walking to and from work. I was in pain from the moment I sat down at […]
Five Ways to Change Up School Lunches
Five ways to change up school lunches. I know I usually blog about eating healthy with arthritis, but with school starting, I wanted to share fun ways to make a nutritious school lunch. School lunches have undergone significant changes since I was a kid. The kids were divided between eating in the cafeteria and bringing […]
Stop the Scratch Attack
It seems like I am scratching my skin every day. From the skin on my scalp to the bottoms of my feet, the itching never seems to go away, and I know I shouldn’t be scratching, but at least I feel like I am trying to solve the problem. When a woman approaches menopause, estrogen […]
Five Steps to Sign a Pain Agreement
I had a doctor’s appointment earlier this month to discuss my medications and the fact that they didn’t seem to be working as well. I was in pain and needed stronger medication. We decided to raise the dosage of the back pain meds I was on and see if that took care of the excess […]
Knee Pain Relief Starts Here
The title of today’s post is Knee Pain Relief Starts Here. According to the World Health Organization, 365 million people live with osteoarthritis; the knee is the most commonly affected joint, followed by the hip and hand. When I was in my 40s, I developed arthritis in my knees. My doctor decided I needed a […]
Forks, Feelings, and Food
Forks, Feelings and Food. I could write a book on this topic. Spaghetti hot from the pan, pizza with a thick crust- I get hungry just thinking about these favorites. To help keep arthritis pain at bay, controlling your weight is essential. I love a distraction, such as shopping or visiting a friend. I have […]
What to Look for in Arthritis-Friendly Bras
Why is it so hard for women with arthritis pain to find a bra that fits their needs? Wearing a bra is never fun for me, and I get poked by underwires, have cuts on my back where the bra is too loose and slips up and down, or the cup is too […]
Bad Dental Habits and Joint Inflammation
I’m not a fan of going to the dentist. I only have limited dental benefits, and every year I need either a root canal or a new crown. That means I pay a pretty penny to get my teeth healthy again, and I can think of better things to spend my money on. I […]
