Not All Disabilities Are Visible As we celebrate Arthritis Awareness Month this May, itโs a powerful reminder to look beyond the surface and understand that not all disabilities are visible. People often say, โYou donโt look sick,โ or question why someone is parking in a handicap spot. These comments stem from a lack of awareness... Continue Reading →
Traveling with Arthritis๏ฟผ or Chronic Pain and Mobility Issues
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 spineโas well as osteonecrosis in my right kneeโand Spondylolisthesis I understand how challenging it can be to travel while managing chronic pain. You might say itโs like carrying... Continue Reading →
Eczema the Outward Sign that Something Inside is Going on !
If you think eczema is just about allergies or using the wrong creams, youโre only seeing part of the picture. From my own experience, stress and how I feel inside can make my eczema worseโlike my bodyโs warning lights flashing. Doctors often prescribe steroids or creams, but thatโs like pouring water on a fire. It... Continue Reading →
Embracing Progress Over Perfection
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 →
Avascular Necrosis Awareness Day November 29
Avascular Necrosis Awareness Day: Raising Our Voices for a Better TomorrowToday , November 29, marks Avascular Necrosis -Osteonecrosis Awareness Dayโa day to shed light on a condition that often lurks in the shadows, affecting thousands without recognition or understanding.As warriors living with avascular necrosis (AVN), we collectively stand strong, sharing our shared experiences and the... Continue Reading →
Invisible Disability Week
Living with Osteoarthritis: My Journey of Resilience and Adaptation Welcome to my blog! Iโm 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 itโs often classified as an "invisible disability," the reality is that it shapes my life... Continue Reading →
September is Chronic Pain Awareness Month
Understanding Arthritis as we mark September as Chronic Pain Awareness Month, itโs 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 →
Finding Strength Through Pain
Hello, lovely readers! Today, I want to share my recent diagnosis of osteoarthritis in yet more new areasโspecifically in my feet and also 2 toes. Alongside the arthritis I already have in my knees, hands, neck , back, and spine, it feels like Iโm juggling a lot of chronic pain. Some days are exhausting. If... Continue Reading →
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