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CreakyJoints » Living with Arthritis
1M ago
"A friend often reminds me (so frequently, in fact, that I got it tattooed on my wrist): 'Choose Angie.' Choose yourself. You are what matters most."
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CreakyJoints » Living with Arthritis
2M ago
"Tinu was the best of us, always amplifying voices from the chronic illness community and sharing resources, advice, or financial assistance.”
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CreakyJoints » Living with Arthritis
2M ago
‘We remind one another that we are not crazy, that this illness is real, that it is not a moral issue, that our bodies went rogue without our approval or consent.’
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CreakyJoints » Living with Arthritis
2M ago
Here’s what to do before, during, and after a doctor visit to get better care and treatment.
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Invisible Illness Patients: You May Need to Dress for Doctor Visits to Match How You Physically Feel
CreakyJoints » Living with Arthritis
2M ago
The best advice arthritis patient Nicole Dalton ever received: ‘You have to dress to match how you physically feel.’
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CreakyJoints » Living with Arthritis
2M ago
"Social media can be a powerful tool, but it’s essential to navigate it mindfully and exercise discernment when engaging with both the information and the people you encounter."
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CreakyJoints » Living with Arthritis
2M ago
"From cooking meals to cleaning to running errands and managing finances, every responsibility falls squarely on my shoulders — shoulders already aching from arthritis."
The post Navigating Single Motherhood and Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Journey of Challenges and Rewards appeared first on CreakyJoints ..read more
CreakyJoints » Living with Arthritis
3M ago
Managing RA pain goes beyond joint care. Explore these patient-approved tips for identifying triggers and finding relief.
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CreakyJoints » Living with Arthritis
3M ago
"The effort it takes to push through the pain and fatigue often leaves me running on empty. It’s no wonder I can feel burnt out when I am constantly stuck in survival mode."
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CreakyJoints » Living with Arthritis
3M ago
Majority report increased fatigue, difficulty staying cool, and worsening symptoms, but share their tips for beating the heat.
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