Rheumatoid arthritis patients Claire and Cheryl discuss the effects of chronic illness on mental health. Claire also provides her advice for newly diagnosed patients...
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General Education, Provider Interviews
How does Physical Therapy help with Arthritis and How to Choose a Physical Therapist?
Physical therapist and clinic owner Bret Swigard explains how physical therapy can help with different forms of arthritis and pain relief, and provides tips for finding...
Cheryl (rheumatoid arthritis patient and occupational therapist) and rheumatologist Dr. Percy Balderia* discuss the mental health effects of rheumatology diseases, hot...
Opening containers and bottles can be painful and frustrating when you live with arthritis or hand pain. In this life hack video, rheumatoid arthritis patient and...
General Education, Provider Interviews
What is a physical therapist and what is a day in the life like?
Cheryl, a rheumatoid arthritis patient and occupational therapist, interviews physical therapist Bret Swigard about the basics of physical therapy. (Minute 0:10)...
Claire is a 34 year old mother who’s had rheumatoid arthritis for over a decade. In this video she shares her rocky experience getting a diagnosis. She and...
Arthritis Life host Cheryl Crow interviews fellow rheumatoid arthritis patient Sarah Dillingham about how to get dressed and put on a bra when you have chronic hand pain...
General Education, Provider Interviews
Advice for Rheumatology Patients: Dr. Balderia Interview (Part 2 of 3)
Cheryl (rheumatoid arthritis patient and occupational therapist) and rheumatologist Dr. Percy Balderia* discuss their advice and strategies for rheumatology patients...
In this video, rheumatoid arthritis patient and occupational therapist Cheryl shares her favorite scissors that help minimize thumb pain from arthritis. She also...
Patient Stories
Family Planning, Pregnancy, and Parenting with Rheumatoid Arthritis: Claire’s Story (Part 1)
Claire is the mother of a 18 month old child and in this video, she shares her experiences with family planning, pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum and parenting with...