May Is Arthritis Awareness Month

I’ve been living with osteoarthritis for over 35 years now—and let me tell you, it has definitely made itself at home. It started in my knees around age 25… then by 35, my hands said, “Hey, don’t forget about us.”Later on, my spine joined the party… and just last year, my feet decided they didn’t... Continue Reading →

Do you wake up in the middle of the night?

What Really Happens When You Wake Up at 2 or 3 AM Disclaimer: I am not a doctor or medical professional. I’m simply someone who experiences these middle-of-the-night wake-ups myself and became curious about why they happen. The information shared here is based on general research and personal experience and is meant for educational and... Continue Reading →

November 29: Osteonecrosis (Avascular Necrosis) Awareness Day

November 29: Osteonecrosis (Avascular Necrosis) Awareness Day Shining a Light on a Silent but Life-Changing Bone Disease Every year, November 29 marks Osteonecrosis Awareness Day—a day dedicated to educating, empowering, and supporting the millions of people worldwide living with osteonecrosis, also known as avascular necrosis (AVN). Osteonecrosis is a painful, progressive condition where bone tissue... Continue Reading →

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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.

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 →

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