You don’t have to live in Boardman Ohio to be a member of the LIVE Yes Connect group. The benefits are you get first hand info of all speakers and upcoming events. Virtual Event Saturday April 23rd 2022 11:00 AMthroughSaturday April 23rd 2022 12:30 PM Boardman Ohio LIVE YES Connect Virtual Zoom Event The Science... Continue Reading →
Happy Holidays? Managing Our Chronic Pain During The Holidays
The holiday season can be a time of joy and love, but for people with chronic pain during the holidays it can be a time of joy, happiness and also stress, anxiety, sadness, depression, frustration, and increased pain. Pacing, and Delegating: There is often too much to do over the holidays, but how much do... Continue Reading →
Not All Pain is Created Equal
Living and coping with chronic pain can be the hardest part of living with a joint disease. It can disrupt every part of our life and many parts of your life can also affect your pain.
Cabbage -Don’t Overlook This Inflammation Fighting Veggie
1. Lowers the Signs of Aging Cabbage and other cruciferous vegetables contain a high amount of Vitamin C and E, which help in the production of collagen, the compound which keeps the skin elastic and wrinkle-free. Vitamin A along with Vitamin D protects the skin and gives you a youthful skin. Helps Fight Free Radicals... Continue Reading →
How I Use Meditation and Palming To Help My Pain
So I have been meditating for over 18 months. It has helped me learn to quiet my mind. Focus on my breathing and start taking back some control of my pain. It sure did pay off last week. I fell after another bowman lost her balance her cane went sliding and she also grabbed onto... Continue Reading →
Osteoarthritis Facts
I have had OA for over 15 years and its painful. Its limiting and when you have it in your 40s it really sucks. Fast forward I am 56 and I am still learning how to cope with my pain associated with OA . Writing about living with osteoarthritis and osteonecrosis as well as... Continue Reading →
Food – Inflammation and Pain – Part 3
Part 3 of 4 What is pain?Pain occurs when something hurts, causing an uncomfortable or unpleasant feeling. The presence of pain often means that something is wrong. Each individual is the best judge of his or her own pain. Chronic or acute inflammation These are the two types of inflammation that differ in how... Continue Reading →
Chilled to the Bone: Tips for Icy Aches and Pains and Calcium and Vitamin D
As winter creeps ever closer, Ohioans are about to be reminded that they live in a state where temperatures reaching down to the teens and single digits with the wind chill. Pain can become worse if you live in cold climates especially bone pain. We have to eat very healthy and try to move even... Continue Reading →
Understanding The Mechanisms of Pain
It's safe to say most of us are not really fans of pain. However it is one of the body's most important ways for communication. Imagine, for instance, what would happen if you felt nothing when you put your hand in hot water, or burned your neck with a curling iron , or hit your... Continue Reading →
World Arthritis Day!
Today October 12, is World Arthritis Day! Throughout the day you will see facts and info on arthritis and pain. There are over 100 forms of arthritis. World Arthritis Day is a special day that unifies people of all ages, races, and genders to raise awareness of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases Approximately 350 million people... Continue Reading →
High Heels When You Have Bone Problems
Not the best idea I had, but let's be real I'm 5'3 and I needed to wear heels 👠 or my pants would be dragging all over the floor. Also I can fudge my way through hemming pants but I'd do much better if I owned a sewing machine. But I since I wore these... Continue Reading →
Joint Pain
Congratulations ! If you’re like me you are one of the 30 million adults in the United States who suffer with joint pain, you know the pain often is debilitating. It can keep you from staying active and limits your mobility and it even makes daily chores seem impossible. What you might not know is... Continue Reading →
WEGOHealth Awards and How to Nominate Others
I'm honored to say I've been nominated for the #WEGOHealthAwards! These awards seek to recognize Patient Leaders who are making an impact with their advocacy. Learn more - nominate today. Here's how you can also nominate others who educate, advocate and make a difference! Click link below WEGOHealth Awards and Nomination Info WEGOHealth Awards Link... Continue Reading →
The Cost Of Knee Replacements
If you’re having trouble with your knees, you’re not alone. I also have knee issues. I have Osteonecrosis and osteoarthritis and a torn meniscus all in the same knee. And doctors are basically waiting for my knee to collapse to replace it. Me I’m looking to avoid a collapse but at the 10k out of... Continue Reading →
Chronically Grateful Me by Deb Andio 