Why Am I So Open?I feel like a lot of people that follow me on social media probably wonder “Why is she so open about everything?”. Why do I talk so much about my... By Steff Di Pardo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Planning For Self-Care Success: Three Good ThingsLiving with AS can feel like a buzz saw merry-go-round. The saw blades are composed of the health issues and symptoms we're fighting back against. The merry-go-round, a mash-up of... By Dawn Gibson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Ask the Advocates: CopingIf you had to pick 1 aspect of your life that has been most affected by AS, what would it be and how have you coped with that? If I... By anthony.carrone3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Guided MeditationMeditation has been shown to have multiple benefits on a person’s health, both physical and emotional. Regular meditation can help relieve pain, increase positive emotions, and improve memory and concentration... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Surviving Ankylosing Spondylitis: The WorkplaceHow to work it, when your body won't work... If you take a poll of the ankylosing spondylitis community, you will find that employment is a real trouble area. Most... By Jed Finley5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
How to Advocate for Someone With ASAt 23, I became a caregiver when my husband Keegan was bedridden from nonstop pain and immobility. Immediately finding oneself in the caregiver role, it's hard to know the skills... By Auldyn Matthews3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My Flare EssentialsI’m currently going through a hip flare-up, so I decided to write this post about my flare go-to’s, or my essentials for getting through a flare. These essential items help... By Steff Di Pardo2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Nightmares and Their Link to Inflammatory ArthritisAuthors of a study published in Brain and Behavior in March 2019 reported an unexpected discovery. Researchers were originally investigating the link between inflammatory arthritis, like ankylosing spondylitis, and an... By TK Sellman2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical TrialsEach year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good news is that there are lots of resources... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Why I Have A Wheelchair: The Game Of "What If's"I am a proud wheelchair owner. I am not, as of yet, a wheelchair user. Why is this? Well, I have my reasons. Living with AS is unpredictable. Good days... By Jed Finley2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
Seven Ways To Stay Safer With SpondylitisSometimes living with spondylitis feels like I'm on a bizarre game show. Where I'm the host and the medical community are contestants. We understand the topics and questions, but the... By Dawn Gibson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Brain Fog: More Than ForgetfulnessDo you know what it’s like when your brain is exhausted? We all have been there. You stay up late to work on a project and you start hearing voices... By Jed Finley3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Clinical Trials as a Treatment OptionWhen you’re dealing with a major health issue or condition, it’s helpful to know that in addition to standard treatment, complementary or alternative medicine, clinical trials may provide another treatment... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Breathing ExercisesFocusing on the breath is a technique used to help calm the mind and reduce stress and anxiety. There are many forms of breathing exercises. In this video, renowned naturopath... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Planning For Self-Care Success: Time ManagementI live in the same house my mother was raised in. It's had a few minor modifications, but we still use my grandmother's pots and pans, and her pictures are... By Dawn Gibson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ask the Advocates: Receiving a DiagnosisWhen were you diagnosed with AS and how did it initially present itself? I was diagnosed with AS in February of 2018. I initially had symptoms in February of 2017... By anthony.carrone3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Party Like You've Got Spondylitis!This means planning to rest, emphasizing your own boundaries, values, and priorities to maximize personal health and wellness. Holidays and celebrations turn up the social and cultural pressure to make... By Dawn Gibson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
10 Ways to Balance Body and MindMental and physical health are intrinsically linked. Managing the stresses of a physical condition can be mentally and emotionally exhausting. Here we share 10 strategies for coping when you’re feeling... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Welcome, Friends!I used to love to use the app Stumble Upon. The way it worked is I would enter the website and probably based on search history it would take me... By Lawrence Rick Phillips2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Let's Talk About Sex!With a chronic illness like ankylosing spondylitis, sex might be hard. The pain and stiffness from your disease might make you feel less than sexy. AS progresses differently for different... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments