Repetitive Motion Injuries
Medical October 18, 2012
by Kimberly Allen RN Repetitive motion injuries (also called repetitive stress injuries) are a type of injury that are caused by long term over use of your joints. Repetitive motion injuries are one of the most common injuries seen in the US. They account for over 50% of all... Read more
Living with Rhuematoid Arthritis (RA)
Kimberly Allen R.N.Medical February 6, 2012
RA is a progressive disease originating in the bodies immune system. In simple terms the body sees it’s self as an enemy and starts to destroy it’s self…
Read moreManage your pain your way
Kimberly Allen R.N.Medical February 2, 2012
When the cause is obvious the treatment is usually pretty straight forward. It’s when you start dealing with chronic, long term pain that problems can begin…
Read moreWhat foods and chemicals additives can cause arthritis pain?
Diet January 20, 2012
Many foods out there which are disguised as “food” can seriously aggravate and cause joint and muscle pains linked with arthritis, fibromyalgia and gout. Staying clear of these foods can make your life a lot less painful and can also help in reducing pain, inflammation and stiffness. Although it... Read more
Easy Tips to Help You Deal with Arthritis Pain
Medical November 8, 2011
As each day brings new challenges, coping with the pain and discomfort of arthritis can be overwhelming. Arthritis happens when the pressure absorbing cartilages at a joint break down, exposing bones to friction. This continuous friction between bones inflames the joint and causes pain. Pain thus is the primary... Read more