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 →
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.
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 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 →
Living with chronic pain.
Not All Disabilities Are Visible As we celebrate Arthritis Awareness Month this May, it’s a powerful reminder to look beyond the surface and understand that not all disabilities are visible. People often say, “You don’t look sick,” or question why someone is parking in a handicap spot. These comments stem from a lack of awareness... Continue Reading →
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 →
Ah, Mondays. The day that many of us love to hate. As the Sunday sunset fades and the Monday sunrise beckons, there’s a special kind of joy in knowing that a brand new week is ahead of us. I sit here at 4:30 am with my tea and Bible giving thanks. For some, it’s the... Continue Reading →
Joint Purpose 
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