Arthritis life features real patient stories, expert advice, life hacks and more to help you feel more empowered and less alone. Host Cheryl Crow shares her insights from both as a rheumatoid arthritis patient for over twenty years and as an occupational therapist, a health profession that focuses on empowering people with health challenges to function in their daily lives. This podcast also includes reflections on how you can have the best quality of life possible despite chronic pain, anxi ...
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Introducing Spondycast, the newest and most exciting source of information and inspiration for people with spondyloarthritis. Every week, we bring you in-depth conversations with the leading experts in the field, who will share their knowledge and experience on topics related to the diagnosis, treatment, and management of this complex condition. Whether you are a patient, a caregiver, or just someone who wants to learn more about spondyloarthritis, Spondycast is the perfect place for you. Sp ...
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Sky Denton discusses important tools and knowledge to help you Reduce Your Pain from Ankylosing Spondylitis!
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This podcast is your go-to guide for healing the gut and transforming your bikini physique, whilst having a laugh and building life-changing confidence. // Learn how I went from crippling pain with rare autoimmune condition Ankylosing Spondylitis to getting in the best shape of my life at 30, through holistic health, while running a high stress business. // We’re bringing lightness and banter to the serious subjects of chronic illness and never-feel-good-enough mentality to help women break ...
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A series of free podcasts featuring news and expert interviews focused on treating patients with rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis and other rheumatic diseases.
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Welcome to "Thriving with Arthritis," the podcast that dives deep into the world of arthritis and autoimmune diseases. Hosted by Dr. Diana Girnita, a rheumatologist with over 20 years of research and clinical experience, this podcast is your go-to resource for understanding and managing conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout, lupus, Sjogren disease and so much more. Each episode of "Thriving with Arthritis" is packed with valuable insights, ac ...
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Welcome to Bad Flare Days. A podcast channel filled with the ups and downs of living with the AS (Ankylosing Spondylitis) Gremlin. Bare truth My story and useful tips on how to manage the condition on a daily basis. Thought provoking ideas about the mind body connection and how we can really heal.
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As someone living with Crohns and Ankylosing Spondylitis, sometimes life gets tough in the health stakes. Don't even start on the mind chatter. I do my best to live my best life despite the illness and I would love you to be a part of that journey, and see if you can resonate or empathise with my words. See my blog Lusher Life Nutrition http://www.louiseusher.co.uk
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Welcome to my Podcast channel. Where I discuss all things to help you life a healthier happier life free of pain. Specialist Physiotherapist with a unique whole body and mind approach to recovery from pain. AS (Ankylosing Spondylitis) Warrior Horse & Dog lover Ever surrendering mother to a feisty 3 year old Empowering all through social media platforms
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How better gut and microbiome health could help you beat pain, feel great and thrive. Join me, Tommy Orme, as I test what works (and what doesn’t!) and share my findings with you. I discuss the latest science-based findings around gut health and autoimmune disease and have conversations with experts and ordinary people looking to improve their health outcoms.
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The Spoonie Struggle is about the raw, honest look at living life with chronic illnesses and chronic pain conditions. Spoonies of all types are welcome to join us, but we will have a heavier focus on the lesser common, lesser understood, and difficult to diagnose conditions, such as Ehlers Danlos, Marfan’s, Ankylosing spondylitis, Sjogren’s syndrome, lupus, multiple sclerosis, sickle cell anemia, and endometriosis. In this show, we will discuss our own experiences of each aspect of life with ...
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A podcast where we are authentically ourselves and curiously exploring nutrition, fitness, mindset, wellness, and beyond. Hosted by @parastoobadie
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126 Days Flare-Free: My Longest EVER Without Ankylosing Spondylitis Pain (And How I Did It)
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It's been 126 days since my last ankylosing spondylitis (AS) flare! That's the longest I have EVER gone as an adult without any debilitating sacroiliac joint pain whatsoever (that includes other AS related rib, joint pain or skin issues). In this episode, I look at how I got to this milestone: ✔️ The nitty-gritty of my AS flares ✔️ My 3-year, 7-mon…
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How to Prevent and Cope with Rheumatic Disease Flare Ups (Re-Release)
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This is a re-release of Arthritis Life Podcast Episode 38, which pulled from a live webinar Cheryl presented in June 2021. To view the recording of the presentation which includes the slides, please go to bit.ly/flaretools (case sensitive). Episode at a glance: Updated intro from 2024: Cheryl introduces some additional resources for managing and pr…
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Incorporating Pranayama (Yogic Breathing) to Promote Well-Being and Management of Spondyloarthritis
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Dr. Balasubramanian, integrative health researcher, discusses how breathing practices, such as yogic breathing, can promote well-being in health and chronic illness.
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Part 2 - Transitioning to Adult Rheumatology Care: For Young Adults with Spondyloarthritis
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In Part 2 of this 2-part episode, Drs. Sadun and Cintron continue their discussion about how young people can successfully transition to adult rheumatology care, including how family can assist with this transition.
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Supporting Black Women with Psoriatic Arthritis: Ayesha’s Story
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Cheryl and Ayesha also delve into the devastating impact fatigue can have on their lives and share tips for managing and preventing fatigue. Above all, they urge listeners to validate their own feelings and aim for full acceptance, with the hope that brighter days are ahead. Episode at a glance: Ayesha's Diagnosis Journey: Ayesha opens up about her…
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Hand Exercises and Virtual Occupational Therapy with Hannah Pugh
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In this episode of "Thriving with Arthritis," host Dr. Diana Girnita welcomes Hannah Pugh, an experienced occupational therapist from Reactiv, to discuss innovative approaches to managing rheumatoid arthritis and other joint conditions. Episode Highlights: 1. Learn five essential hand exercises for arthritis patients, demonstrated step-by-step. 2. …
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Part 1 - Transitioning to Adult Rheumatology Care: For Young Adults with Spondyloarthritis
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In Part 1 of this 2-part episode, Drs. Sadun and Cintron discuss the differences between pediatric and adult rheumatology care to help young adults transition successfully to adult rheumatology care.
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What’s it Like to Run Your Own Business with Rheumatoid Arthritis? Sarah’s Story
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Cheryl and Sarah also discuss practical strategies for managing RA symptoms while maintaining productivity, from pacing your workday to leaning on support systems. They also explore how to prioritize self-care and flexibility, so you can successfully lead a business without compromising your health. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone …
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What does Remission Mean to Patients? With Eileen Davidson
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After defining what remission is, Cheryl and Eileen take a deep dive into the importance of finding the right medical treatments and aiming for remission.They also dive into how small lifestyle changes, like setting boundaries and pacing yourself, can help you feel a sense of control over your symptoms. If you're feeling overwhelmed by your diagnos…
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Dr. Gaetan Chevalier, PhD, Director of the Earthing Institute, introduces listeners to earthing, also known as grounding, and how this technique has benefits for health and well-being.
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Obesity, Autoimmune Diseases and Weight Loss Drugs (Mounjaro, Ozempic, Zepbound) with Dr. Michaela Mocanu
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In this episode of "Thriving with Arthritis," host Dr. Diana Girnita welcomes Dr. Michaela Mocanu, a board-certified nephrologist and obesity medicine specialist, to explore the intricate connections between obesity, kidney health, and autoimmune diseases. They will also discuss the role of weight loss drugs like Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Zepbound. Ep…
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Traveling the World with RA and AS: James Hollens’ Story
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Cheryl and James also touch on the emotional ups and downs of living with RA, and share practical tips for managing symptoms and staying active. Ultimately, they emphasize the importance of community and connection in navigating life with RA. Episode at a glance: James’ diagnosis story: James shares his journey to his rheumatoid arthritis and ankyl…
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The Role of Occupational Therapy to Maximize Functionality with SpA and Improve Quality of Life
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Jeanne Drennan, OT/L, CNMT, an occupational therapist living with spondylitis, discusses how occupational therapy can help improve outcomes and quality of life for people living with spondyloarthritis.
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In this episode, the focus is on the various training styles for fat loss, specifically discussing the weekly Zoom coaching call with the AB girls. Izzy celebrates the awesome wins of the AB girls, including Gabby, who has successfully become pregnant after four years of IVF, thanks to her proper nutrition, mindset, and healthy lifestyle. Izzy delv…
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What's so Funny about Rheumatoid Arthritis? Insights from Comedian Jessica Michelle
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Episode at a glance: Jessica’s Rheumatoid Arthritis Story: How Jessica got diagnosed and what her treatment journey has been like Exploring different treatment options: Jessica shares the ups and downs of trying different diets and lifestyle methods to manage RA, along with medications Humor as a Coping Mechanism: Jessica shares how she started imp…
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Part 2 of Medicare and Medi-Cal: What You Need to Know
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In Part 2 of this episode, Stephanie Fajuri, Program Director for the Center for Health Care Rights, discusses Medicare, supplemental insurance, and Medi-Cal benefits.
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Gut Health Revolution and Autoimmune Disease with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
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In this groundbreaking episode of "Thriving with Arthritis," host Dr. Diana Girnita welcomes renowned gut health expert Dr. Will Bulsiewicz. Together, they explore the fascinating connection between gut health, nutrition, and autoimmune diseases, offering invaluable insights for those managing arthritis and related conditions. Episode Highlights: 1…
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What’s it like to be a Doctor with RA and Vasculitis?
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Elena also shares her favorite resources for living well with arthritis, including supportive footwear brands, arthritis gadgets, and inspirational books. Shes hares practical tips like finding the right shoes to support your joints, using dictation tools to reduce hand strain, and the importance of accepting that some pain may persist while still …
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Part 1 of Medicare and Medi-Cal: What You Need to Know
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In Part 1 of this episode, Stepanie Fajuri, Program Director for the Center for Health Care Rights, explains Medicare and Medi-Cal benefits.
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Thriving Minds: Navigating Mental Health and Autoimmune Diseases with Ms. Deborah Sawaf
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In this episode, Dr. Diana Girnita is joined by a special guest, Ms. Deborah Sawaf, a renowned fashion designer and founder of 'The Power of Words' movement. Key Topics Covered 1. The Psychological Impact of Autoimmune Disease: Explore how autoimmune diseases affect mental health, causing stress, anxiety, and depression. 2. Empowerment Through Fash…
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The Power of Strength Training for Rheumatoid Arthritis, with Kinesiologist Dr. Jasmin Ma
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Dr. Ma advises people with rheumatoid arthritis to start small, listen to their body, and use her "START" guide to gradually build an active routine that feels right for you. She also explains how the START guide is a useful tool for clinicians like physiotherapists and occupational therapists to support patients in developing sustainable strength …
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Sex, Hormones and Hormone Replacement Therapy in Autoimmune Diseases with Expert Dr. Becky Kaufman Lynn
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Join host Dr. Diana Girnita on Thriving with Arthritis as she welcomes Dr. Becky Kauffman Lynn, a dual-certified OBGYN and obesity medicine specialist renowned for her expertise in sexual health and menopause. In this episode, they dive into the challenges women with autoimmune diseases face, focusing on how hormonal changes can impact sex life, li…
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Optimizing Mobility and Functionality: Physical Therapy Strategies for Spondyloarthritis
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Physical therapist Nicole Mozafari, PT, DPT, OCS, CMT, discusses how physical therapy can improve mobility and function.
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Through his experiences, Dr. Kaleb offers practical advice on navigating life with rheumatoid arthritis, focusing on self-management strategies like getting enough rest and using ergonomic tools. He and Cheryl also dive into pain management, discussing evolving research on the potential benefits of cannabis. Dr. Kaleb’s personal insights into balan…
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In this episode I discuss losing my hearing and how I can continue to work given the difficulties with living with an Autoimmune Illness. Finally, I am embracing doing the thing I truly love. YouTube http://www.youtube.com/louiseusherFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/louiseusherwritesTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/louiseusherBlog: http://www.louis…
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Overcoming Obstacles: American Ninja Warrior Lisa Hair’s Journey with Ankylosing Spondylitis
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Lisa Hair, a physician assistant, and American Ninja Warrior competitor discusses her journey with spondylitis and how she has overcome the challenges.
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“Healing is a Messy Process:” Sonia’s RA and Graves’ Disease Journey
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Sonia talks about how daily gratitude, yoga, medications, and the support of groups like Rheum to THRIVE have helped her pursue joy amidst the challenges of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), Graves’ disease and other chronic conditions. Sonia shares how the Rheum to THRIVE support group provided her with the courage to be vulnerable and set boundaries. Ch…
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Episode 24: Living Well with Ankylosing Spondylitis: Coach Jocelyn's Story
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What does it take to transform from a non-athletic kid into a dedicated Muay Thai coach? According to Jocelyn Bolduc, it involves a lot of perseverance, passion, and an unexpected turn of events. This episode features Jocelyn's extraordinary journey from being inspired by action movies to stepping into the ring, experiencing both thrilling victorie…
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The Negative Impacts of Alcohol on the Gut-Brain-Immune Systems
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Dr. Melissa Mondala discusses the impact alcohol consumption can have on your body and mind.
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What’s it Like to Truly Partner with Your Doctor? The Power of Shared Decision Making, with Dr Liana Fraenkel
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In this episode, Cheryl Crow and Dr. Liana Fraenkel dive into the crucial concept of "Shared Decision Making" (SDM) in rheumatoid arthritis care. SDM is a collaborative approach where patients and doctors work together to develop a treatment plan. It empowers patients to express their preferences and values, while doctors listen actively and consid…
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Teeing Up for Spondylitis: Curt and Grant Rocca’s Journey to Raise Awareness
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Curt and Grant Rocca, father and son, discuss their journey to Grant’s diagnosis and their mission to raise awareness about spondylitis through their annual charity golf tournament.
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“It’s Like Managing a Circus”: How Maggie Thrives with Multiple Chronic Illnesses
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In this episode, Maggie shares valuable insights from life with axial spondyloarthritis, sjogren’s, osteoarthritis, hypermobility, migraine, and POTS. She also shares her treatment journey which she divides into a “discovery phase, treatment phase, and tinkering phase.” Maggie and Cheryl discuss practical advice for managing multiple chronic illnes…
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In the very first episode, Izzy shared that she hadn’t experienced an autoimmune flare-up since 2021, but ironically, right now, she is in the middle of a massive autoimmune flare-up. She discusses her struggles with the sudden onset of symptoms, the triggers that led to the flare-up, the highs, and lows of living with the condition that can sudden…
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Welcome to the show! Meet your host, Izzy Beeston, as she shares her journey with autoimmune disease and how it impacted her life. Izzy discusses her many years of struggling with undiagnosed chronic pain, the symptoms she experienced, how she got the diagnosis from someone on Instagram when many doctors failed to determine the root cause of her pa…
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Daily Routines and Rituals for Mental Endurance in Managing Spondyloarthritis
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Michael Leach, author, motivational speaker, and coach, discusses his personal experience with AS and how daily routines can improve mental health.
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Episode 23: A Fighter's Life, from Amateur Hopeful to Professional Legend: Souris Manfredi
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What if you had to start over in a foreign country with a dream to be one of the best in a highly competitive sport? Join us as we sit down with Souris Manfredi, an incredible professional fighter from France, who shares her extraordinary journey from discovering MMA in Romania to making a name for herself internationally. Souris opens up about fac…
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It’s not Just Joint Pain and 8 things Everyone who Loves Someone with Arthritis Should Know (Re-Release)
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Back in January 2021, I shared the eight most important things that loved ones should know, so they can best support people with autoimmune arthritis. This episode includes messages and insights from twenty-eight other patients! Today, I’m re-releasing this episode with some additional insights I’ve gained after leading patient support and self-man…
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This podcast is your go-to guide for healing the gut and transforming your physique, whilst having a laugh and building life-changing confidence. // Learn how I went from crippling pain with rare autoimmune condition Ankylosing Spondylitis to getting in the best shape of my life at 30, through holistic health, while running a high stress business. …
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What to Do If Your Treatment Is Denied: A Guide to Self-Advocacy
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Victoria Killian, a member of SAA’s Advocacy Committee, discusses steps to take if your treatment is denied.
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Episode 22: Unveiling the Mind-Gut Connection: Integrating Naturopathic and Conventional Medicine for Holistic Wellness
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Trigger warning: this episode includes mental health and self harm. Note: this episode was recorded in 2023 In this episode, we focus on the mind and gut connection with our guest Dr. Karim Alami, ND. Dr. Alami shares insights on the transformative power of naturopathic and conventional medicine in providing the best care possible. As we delve into…
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Navigating illness and trying to fit in with a normal working life.Is it for you?Is there another way? Can you live the dream? Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/louiseusherwritesTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/louiseusherBlog: http://www.louiseusher.co.uk (blog)Nutrition: http://lusherlifenutrition.blogspot.co.ukInstagram:http://www.instagram.com/l…
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Navigating the Path to SSDI Benefits for Spondylitis Patients
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TJ Geist, an SSDI benefits advocate, discusses the process to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits.
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The 9 Strangest Things I Do to Manage My Autoimmune Disease (AS)
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Welcome to another episode of Gut Heroes! In this episode, I dive into some of the strangest things I do to manage my autoimmune disease. I share my personal insights and experiences using some 'unconventional' approaches that have helped me manage ankylosing spondylitis (AS), but can also be helpful for anyone dealing with a chronic health conditi…
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Pilates for Spondyloarthritis: Flexibility and Strengthening Through Movement
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Shane Keith Rhoads, MS, CSCS,a professional trainer, discusses how pilates can improve flexibility and strength for people managing SpA.
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This podcast visits the issues we can sometimes have when faced with Crohns disease and a dinner party.People find things funny, when they aren't.What would you do? Eat and suck it up, knowing you might pay for that later? Want to read some more like this?https://substack.com/@lusherlife?utm_source=profile-page *Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lo…
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Elevating the Patient Voice in Rheumatology Research: Cheryl and Jen’s Stories
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Cheryl and Jen share exciting trends in rheumatology research that will help improve quality of life and develop better targeted treatments for rheumatic disease. They also discuss the importance of involving patients at all levels of research, and shared simple ways that listeners can get involved. Additionally, Cheryl and Jen reflected on the imp…
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Juvenile Spondyloarthritis: Research and Advocacy Efforts with Dr. Pam Weiss and Parent Advocate Emily Neu
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Pediatric rheumatologist Pam Weiss, MD, and Parent Advocate Emily Neu discuss juvenile spondyloarthritis and its treatment, and the Back Off JSpA research study.
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How to Travel With an Autoimmune Disease and a Challenging Diet
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In this episode, I explore practical strategies for travelling with an autoimmune disease and specific dietary requirements. I share my own personal experiences from my recent trip to the Faroe Islands and offer some of the insights I've gained over the years managing my ankylosing spondylitis through diet and lifestyle changes. I discuss: ✔️ Prepa…
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Episode 21 : Early Signs and Long-Term Impact: Understanding Concussions
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Are you aware of the subtle signs of a concussion? Join me, P2, for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Isaiah Redfern as we debunk common misconceptions about concussions. Dr. Redfern will guide us through the brain's anatomy and physiology, highlighting how delicate structures like the brainstem are vulnerable to impacts. Understanding and addr…
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