Are you familiar with the saying “walking on glass?” For the millions of people worldwide who suffer from gout, it’s not just a figure of speech – it’s a daily reality. Gout is a type of arthritis that causes sudden and excruciating pain, swelling, and redness in the joints.…
As we deal with various health challenges that are thrown at us throughout life, we must also deal with the consequences of taking certain medications and treatments. We are incredibly fortunate to live in a time of advanced technology and scientific knowledge regarding new and effective treatments for many of the common diseases we face as a society.…
Arthritis is a general term for conditions that affect the joints and surrounding tissues. There are many different types of arthritis, but the two most common are rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and osteoarthritis (OA). An arthritis flare up can be a time when symptoms spring up suddenly or because of a known trigger.…
One of the latest advancements in technology are health monitoring apps. Fitbits, fitness trackers, and other health tracker apps are becoming the go-to trainers for health and wellness. So, what is a tracking app used for? The main purpose of a tracking app is to help you monitor and analyze your body condition.…
Chronic pain, autoimmune conditions, and/or idiopathic diseases can all be debilitating conditions. Often times the symptoms are invisible. Those who suffer from such a disease may feel like they don’t have the support that others with more visible illnesses get. Society’s expectations on what illnesses should look like can leave those who suffer from the aforementioned diseases feeling despondent.…