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I share a small fraction of my journey and efforts to raise awareness for osteonecrosis and osteoarthritis as a guest on Cheryl Crow’s *Arthritis Life* podcast.

Is there an age or year of your life you would re-live?

Is there an age or year of your life you would re-live? Reflections: Would I Rewind My Youth? If I could turn back the clock, I’d love to relive my teen years. I often wonder what life might have been like if I had gone to college earlier, instead of jumping straight into work, hanging... Continue Reading →

Spondylolethesis…. What

In 2010, I got the official diagnosis: spondylolisthesis. L5S1 Basically, it’s what happens when a vertebra decides to slip forward over the one beneath it—think of it as my spine's version of a surprise move on the dance floor. Here’s the kicker: I didn’t even know I had it. Turns out, the whole thing might... Continue Reading →

My Journey with Osteoarthritis

My Journey with Osteoarthritis This is just part of my story—my honest experience living with osteoarthritis. For over 30 years, I’ve endured the ups and downs of joint pain and stiffness in my knees, hands, and spine. The pain can come and go unexpectedly, but what’s truly the hardest to manage is the stiffness. Sitting... Continue Reading →

Arthritis and Your Eyes: An Unexpected Connection

The eyes are often called the window to the soul, and keeping them healthy is important. Did you know that living with arthritis can also impact your vision? As a former ophthalmic tech and apprentice optician, I’ve always been fascinated by the eye’s beauty and complexity—seeing the back of the eye during exams never failed... Continue Reading →

Exploring Low Dose Radiation Therapy (LDRT) for Osteoarthritis

Exploring A New Treatment Low Dose Radiation Therapy (LDRT) for Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disease characterized by cartilage deterioration, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Traditional treatments include medication, injections, physical therapy, and surgery, but these may not always provide sufficient relief. Recently, Low Dose Radiation Therapy (LDRT) has emerged as... Continue Reading →

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