Introduction Your wrists play an essential role in nearly every aspect of daily life. Whether you’re typing on a keyboard, lifting groceries, preparing meals, driving, writing, or simply opening a door, your wrists are constantly…
Chronic Pain
A comprehensive guide on chronic pain, its causes, symptoms, and effective management strategies to improve your quality of life.
Is Your Jaw Pain Because of Arthritis? The Signs Your Arthritis Is Affecting Your Jaw
Introduction Jaw pain is often associated with dental problems, teeth grinding, or disorders affecting the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). However, many people are surprised to learn that arthritis can also affect the jaw. Just like the…
Arthritis in Your Neck: Signs of Neck Arthritis, and What to Do About It
When you think of arthritis, you might think of creaky knees or painful, swollen fingers. But if your neck is feeling stiff or you have pain when you turn your head, this neck pain may…
Butt Pain and Arthritis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
Introduction Butt pain is a common complaint that can range from mild discomfort to severe, debilitating pain that interferes with walking, sitting, exercising, and even sleeping. While muscle strains, nerve compression, and injuries are often…
Fibromyalgia Information (FAQ)
Fibromyalgia is by any measure a complex syndrome. As I have written (and continue to write) the many articles in the website, I work to answer any question that you might have, and I feel…
What is Fibromyalgia (and What Is It Not)?
First, it is important to know that fibromyalgia is characterized by wide-spread muscle pain and specific tender areas of the body. However, it doesn’t stop there, because fibromyalgia affects multiple systems of the body, including…
Illness Coming Out With An Invisible Illness!
Yup, I’m coming out today! Not about my sexuality, but my health. I want to tell everyone that….. I have a chronic illness. I have Fibromyalgia. Maybe you’re thinking, “yeah- ok, so do I –welcome to…
It’s Not You, It’s Me: Fibromyalgia and Relationships
Introduction: When a Familiar Phrase Takes on a Different Weight The phrase “It’s not you, it’s me” is often associated with breakups, awkward endings, and attempts to soften emotional blows. In the context of fibromyalgia,…
10 Things I Wish My Co-Workers Knew About Fibromyalgia and Me
Living with fibromyalgia while trying to maintain a professional work life often means navigating an invisible layer of effort that most people never see. On the outside, everything might look normal: arriving at work, responding…
A Look Into The Mirror
I look into the mirror and I wonderWho are you now?I remember who you used to beAre you still the same? I look into the mirror and I wonderDo you still want the same things?I…