Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is commonly associated with joint pain and inflammation, particularly in the hands and feet. However, it's a systemic disease that can affect many parts of the body,...
Having pain in your wrist can make a huge impact in your daily life. Our hands are used for just about everything, whether it be at work, for our hobbies, and even just going about our everyday tasks. Even the...
Do you have trouble with your knees? Knee pain is one of the most common causes of chronic pain in the US. It can occur because of various causes, including arthritis, injury, improper movement during activity, or too much weight...
Is Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) a Disability? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a painful autoimmune disease that mistakenly attacks the lining of the joints causing inflammation and stiffness. Unfortunately, RA is one of the most misunderstood chronic pain conditions. Because of its...
We all know that heat is an effective pain reliever—and if you suffer from a condition like arthritis, heat therapy is a fast, easy, and non-invasive way to ease your joints. Why? Warm therapy is best for chronic pain symptoms, especially...
For people suffering from a condition called plantar fasciitis, mornings can be especially excruciating. The condition is known as one of the most common causes of heel pain in adults, marked by a sharp, stabbing pain that is usually felt...
Cracking your knuckles may not exactly be the most discreet habit in the world, but it sure is satisfying. Using your hands throughout the day leads to muscles and joints tightening up. Cracking your knuckles tends to give your...
As an arthritis sufferer, you have at one point used joint supports and braces to help manage your symptoms. Like many, you were probably apprehensive at first. Could something so simple, so straightforward actually work? But after having slipped into...
Nearly half of all women, and a quarter of men will experience stiff and painful joints due to osteoarthritis of the hands by the time they reach 85 years old. The condition is clearly more prevalent than you think. In...
Chronic pain often equates to chronic fatigue—arthritis sufferers are all too familiar with this fact. According to a recent study, 61% of auto-immune arthritis sufferers experienced minor to extreme fatigue. Yet this is a subject that’s still considered quite controversial, largely because...
