Tips for a More Comfortable Journey Hello, fellow travelers! My name is Deb Andio, and as someone who lives with osteoarthritis in both feet, knees, hands, and spine—as well as osteonecrosis in my right knee—and Spondylolisthesis I understand how challenging it can be to travel while managing chronic pain. You might say it’s like carrying... Continue Reading →
Navigating #QuittersDay with Arthritis As we approach January 10th, a startling statistic looms large: an estimated 88% of people abandon their New Year's resolutions by this date. Dubbed #QuittersDay, it serves as a reminder that many of us face obstacles that often feel insurmountable, particularly those who live with arthritis or chronic pain. The struggle... Continue Reading →
Living with Osteoarthritis: My Journey of Resilience and Adaptation Welcome to my blog! I’m Deb Andio Today, I want to open up about my journey with osteoarthritis a condition that many might not see but feel profoundly every day. While it’s often classified as an "invisible disability," the reality is that it shapes my life... Continue Reading →
October 12th marks World Arthritis Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about arthritis and related conditions that affect millions of people worldwide. This year's theme focuses on the importance of education, advocacy, and community support for those living with arthritis. As we reflect on the impact of this chronic condition, let's delve into some... Continue Reading →
Here are five effective ways to create engaging social media content and grow your arthritis support group: Share Personal Stories and Testimonials: Encourage members to share their experiences with arthritis through posts or videos. Personal stories foster a sense of community and provide inspiration, showing others that they are not alone in their journey. Educational... Continue Reading →
Understanding Arthritis as we mark September as Chronic Pain Awareness Month, it’s essential to shed light on one of the most pervasive yet often misunderstood issues affecting millions worldwide: arthritis. With over 100 known types of arthritis, this group of conditions can severely impact mobility and quality of life. This blog post will explore five... Continue Reading →
Hello, lovely readers! Today, I want to share my recent diagnosis of osteoarthritis in yet more new areas—specifically in my feet and also 2 toes. Alongside the arthritis I already have in my knees, hands, neck , back, and spine, it feels like I’m juggling a lot of chronic pain. Some days are exhausting. If... Continue Reading →
Good morning, everyone! ☀️ Today, I want to take a moment to talk about a topic that’s incredibly important yet often misunderstood: invisible disabilities. Just because someone doesn’t appear disabled doesn’t mean they aren’t. I was very sad and honestly angered when I heard A friend of mine, who is disabled, had their disability questioned... Continue Reading →
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