Dating. It’s a weighted word that triggers eye rolls and a slew of other emotions and emotive responses. While it’s not for the faint of heart, the heart is the very reason why we put ourselves out there and through the dating gauntlet. Dating with a chronic condition like arthritis creates its own level of trials — both physical and emotional.

In this episode, our experts candidly discuss what it’s really like to date with arthritis and explore the challenges, the highs and lows, how to make it safe and potentially less painful … and everything in between.

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Special Guests: Alexa Child, Jacqueline Child, and Sadiq Jiwa.

We all know that staying physically active is one of the best things you can do for your arthritis and overall health. But let’s be honest, staying active when pain is persistent is hard, and at times, may feel impossible.

The research and recommendations for the benefits of physical activity are well documented. The CDC recommends adults with chronic health conditions and disabilities get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity a week and at least two days a week of muscle-strengthening activities. But what does that mean exactly? And what does that look like? And what if you can’t meet those guidelines?

In this episode, our experts we’ll answer those and many more questions about physical activity and arthritis and the importance of starting where you are.

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Special Guest: Kirsten Ambrose, MS.

Arthritis can affect anyone — even children. Hear real talk about juvenile arthritis from those who have lived with it and how they adapted and overcame obstacles to thrive with JA.

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Special Guests: Beka Nicola and Brianna Ramos.

2022 was an eventful year. In this episode, our host, Rebecca, takes a look back at the most memorable moments from the past year’s top podcasts on subjects such as mental health, fatigue and sleep, sex and intimacy, pain management, grief and more.

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Special Guests: Dan Cushman, MD, Daniel Clauw, MD, David Kessler, Dr. Hayes Wilson, Dr. Mike Saag, Dr. Susan Bartlett, Jacques Dallaire, John (Drew) Sturgeon, and Rachel Aaron, PhD, MA.

Leading experts in rheumatology from all over the world convened at the American College of Rheumatology annual scientific meeting, ACR Convergence. In this episode, Rebecca talks to some of the rheumatologists and scientists about their work and presentations, and to other patients who participated. Hear about some of the research, treatments and trends that have emerged in the past year.

*Visit the Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast episode page get show notes, additional resources and read the full transcript: https://www.arthritis.org/liveyes/podcast/new-podcast/ep69-2022-arthritis-research-highlights *

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Special Guests: Cheryl Crow, MOT, OTR/L, Daniel H. Solomon, MD, MPH, David T. Felson, MD, MPH, Jean Liew, MD, MS, and Megan E.B. Clowse, MD, MPH.

Access will soon expand for new biologic treatments for inflammatory arthritis called biosimilars. Learn what they are, what to expect when taking one, including safety and effectiveness, and how determine if they are right for you.

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Special Guest: Mark S. Box, MD, FACR, FACP.

Being overweight can make arthritis worse — and not just because every extra pound adds four pounds of force on joints. Fat is an active tissue that drives inflammation. In this episode, a scientist discusses her research into the role of fat, how it seems to affect cartilage and how it might be linked to osteoarthritis. She also offers some tips for achieving a healthier weight.

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Special Guest: Dr. Kelsey Collins.

Movement is medicine when it comes to arthritis pain, but what if it hurts just to get moving? In this episode, you’ll hear how a physical therapist can help you learn to move with less pain. An expert will also discuss PT techniques to ease pain without drugs.

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Special Guest: Rev. Dr. Teoma LaShawn.

Research has revealed that physical activity and staying active plays a key role to managing arthritis and its symptoms — including reduced pain, increased strength, flexibility and range of motion, as well as overall better health and mood. In this episode of the Arthritis Foundation’s Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast, we'll dive into the science of how movement is beneficial for the joints and overall health and well-being.

As part of their support of the Arthritis Foundation, this episode was brought to you in part by TYLENOL.

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Special Guest: Alan H. Beyer, MD, FACS .

Not all pain is the same. In fact, there are several different types of pain that can affect us differently — physically, emotionally, mentally. Knowing which type of pain you’re experiencing is the key to effectively treating the pain.

Visit the Live Yes! With Arthritis Podcast episode page to get show notes, additional rescources and a full transcript: https://www.arthritis.org/liveyes/podcast/new-podcast/tools-to-manage-pain

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Special Guests: Dr. John Davis and John (Drew) Sturgeon.