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Arthritis Advice - Mutual Support - Online Forums / Message Board

Find support in our online arthritis forum / message board. People living with arthritis and those who have loved ones living with arthritis can gain insight and draw inspiration from others. Share your advice and experiences, offer mutual support, ask questions, and encourage others in our online arthritis community.
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Arthritis Do's and Don'ts

Arthritis advice can help you manage the disease. Consider these do's and don'ts to help you cope.

Message Board / Forum

Join us in our online forum / message board. Read and post messages on the forum. It's the place for mutual sharing and support.

How to Get the Most Out of Our Online Arthritis Support Group

How to find and participate in our online arthritis support group.

A Positive Approach To Arthritis

Positive attributes are necessary to manage life with chronic arthritis.

Setting Goals When Challenged With Arthritis

A goal is the first step in a strategic plan devised for personal betterment. A self-change process begins with setting goals.

Online Health Communities Rated High

Survey of online health information and support groups reveals glowing results.

Surviving The Loss Of Oneself (My Story)

What it's like to lose physical ability, live within limitations, and yet maintain a positive outlook on life. A recounting of the onset of rheumatoid arthritis in the late teenage years of Carol Eustice, your About Guide to Arthritis.

Online Study At Stanford To Investigate Arthritis Self-Care Techniques

People who have been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis or fibromyalgia are invited to join a Stanford University Medical Center study of an online workshop that teaches skills for symptom management, with an emphasis on feeling better and more confident while increasing activity levels. It's called "Healthier Living with Arthritis".

What Does That Stand For?

Communicating with doctors, nurses, and technicians is made easier if you have a good grasp of medical jargon and acronyms related to arthritis.

Lucille Ball: Comedienne, and Arthritis Sufferer

Lucille Ball suffered from rheumatoid arthritis in her teen years and went on to become a famous comedienne and actress.

Renoir: Portrait Of Perseverance

Famous nineteenth century French artist Renoir battled severe rheumatoid arthritis and continued to create his masterpieces.

An Attitude Of Gratitude

Thanksgiving Day is a day set aside for more than just good food and togetherness. It is a day when people take time to reflect upon what they are grateful for in their lives.

We Are Each Of Us Angels

A tribute to a friend. It is an extraordinary person who chooses to embrace life, rather than shun life, especially when cloaked with illness.

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