Having to modify yoga practice. Can’t bend wrists like I used to. Looking for aids for yoga. I feel keeping fit is extremely important no matter what.

My mom was diagnosed with RA two years ago and suffered a great deal from pain, stiffness, fatigue, and feelings of social isolation. We tried various treatments, do ... read more

If your state has it, get your medical marijuana card and start learning what it can do for you. It (CBD + THC) can be a fantastic pain reliever... If you are dealin ... read more

I am in AQUA FITNESS FOR ARTHRITIS at my local recreation centre pool. It has helped me so much. We work with foam weights, stick, and foam molds in our hands. It is ... read more

Take it slow. Don’t over do it. Start doing a small job and take a lot of breaks!

My best friend has found that when she lies in bed before she sleeps or when she wakes up, she’ll go foot to head and massage everything. She’s found it’s super rela ... read more

Knees painful daily and nightly leaves me with little sleep and no energy. I ask for help with daily chores and I use a sauna for pain

At the beginning of my RA, it was extremely painful! Because I was not on the correct medicine to control it. I did not have a heating pad, so I would wet a towel (b ... read more

On flare days, my go-to is a frozen meal — they’re quick and easy. But they’re also notoriously high in sodium and low on fiber. I look for frozen meals with less th ... read more

Inflammation of the joints of the hands and wrist can make everyday activities difficult. Wrist splints can provide support while allowing movement in the fingers an ... read more

Get your husband or kids to do the chores 🤣

I drink lemon water and eat plenty of fruits, veggies, fiber, bran, whole grains, plus salads (tiny amount of dressing), beans, nuts, olive oil, red wine, pomegranat ... read more

Switch your cotton sheets and sleepwear to satin. We usually use cotton for our bed sheets and sleepwear because cotton is airy and cool. But a smoother fabric like ... read more

Essiac tea. My protein markers have lowered on labs. I drink 6 oz each morning 10 minutes before I eat anything. Before bed on an empty stomach I drink another 6 oz. ... read more

Socializing, talking to friends, going for a walk in nature, and listening to music.

When I go out in public, often there are times that people glare at me when I park in a handicap parking spot, or the very few times I've had to use one of the motor ... read more

Listen to your instincts. It took me six months to get a diagnosis because my physician didn't believe my muscle aches and soreness were anything more than "too much ... read more

Alternate easier chores with more difficult ones, and take needed rest breaks.

I use handled items washing dishes and kitchen scissors to cut food. I stretch in bed in the a.m. before I get out as its hard to get up from floor.