Managing RA

Managing RA

What I’ve Learned About Navigating Work-Life Balance with RA

Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms can make working more difficult, but it's possible to find balance. Here are some tips to have a rewarding career with RA.

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Navigating the U.S. Healthcare System as a Nurse Practitioner Living with RA

Nurse practitioner and RA community member Stefanie Remson shares tips for navigating the U.S. healthcare system when you live with a chronic illness.

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I’m an Occupational Therapist with RA. These Are My 6 Favorite Exercises and Stretches for Hand Pain

Stretches and strengthening exercises can help reduce the stiffness that's associated with inactivity in rheumatoid arthritis. They can also help provide stability around joints through strengthening.

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My Favorite Alternative Therapies for Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain

I have tried dozens of alternative therapies for rheumatoid arthritis pain management over the years. These are some of my favorites.

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11 Hygiene Hacks for High Pain Days with Arthritis

Showering and bathing can be difficult when you're living with arthritis. These hacks from an occupational therapist with rheumatoid arthritis can help.

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Immunocompromised: How to Know If You Have a Weakened Immune System

If you have a compromised immune system, you can take actions to protect yourself and stay healthy.

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6 Tips for Coping with Hair Loss and Your Chronic Condition

Hair loss was a blow to my identity, but I'm slowly learning to come to terms with it.

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6 Tips That Help Me Cope with Sun and Heat Sensitivity and Rheumatoid Arthritis

I loved summer growing up, but ever since my diagnosis with RA, the warmer months have become more complicated.

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It Took a Team for Me to Learn to Live with Rheumatoid Arthritis

Having a team of doctors and a community you trust can make all the difference when managing a chronic condition.

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9 Tips for Coping with Long Hospital Stays

If you're living with a chronic condition, the last thing you want to deal with is a long hospital stay for a flare, complication, or surgery. Doing what you can to feel comfortable and care for your mental health can make it feel a little more tolerable.

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Ask the Expert: COVID-19 Vaccines and Chronic Conditions

A pharmacist answers common questions among Healthline's chronic condition communities.

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How Virtual Care Has Changed My Chronic Illness Treatment

The option of virtual care used to be a dream for managing my chronic illness. It took a pandemic for that dream to come true.

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Immunocompromised? Here’s How to Navigate the Ever-Changing COVID-19 Guidelines

Understanding our unique set of concerns and protocols can feel dizzying. But there are actions you can take to protect yourself.

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A Guide to Disability Benefits and Rheumatoid Arthritis

RA flare-ups may require extended periods away from work. Disability insurance can replace some of your income.

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I’m in Remission from Rheumatoid Arthritis. The Fear of It Coming Back Never Goes Away

The memory of what it’s like to have an RA flare-up can stay with you even when your symptoms have subsided.

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How Diet and Exercise Helped Me Manage My Rheumatoid Arthritis

Lifestyle changes played an important role in bolstering my mood, keeping my energy high, and helping me stay positive after a life-altering diagnosis of RA.

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How a Fitness Tracker Helped Me Understand and Manage My Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms

Tracking my activity gave me a deeper understanding of my RA symptoms and answered many questions I had about my health.