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Category Archives: Health and Wellness
How A Passive Exercise Machine Reduces My Worst Chronic Pain
Who would have thought that a passive exercise machine could relieve chronic pain? Here is one device that should be considered!
3 Ways I Cope With Chronic Illness Stress-Related Flares
The Disabled Diva defines what chronic illness stress-related flares are and shares how she copes with each type.
Chronic Illness Life Lies I Tell Myself
I should be doing more and other lies I tell myself. Life with chronic illness is filled with lies that do us more harm than good.
Tips to make your Valentine’s day special, despite your chronic illness
Valentine’s day is a time for expressing love to your special someone. It is not a day to go broke or to trigger chronic pain. If your celebration depletes both your bank account and energy supply, you are defeating the purpose of the day.
The Disabled Diva’s Top 3 Favorite Alternative Fibromyalgia Treatments
The Disabled Diva shares her top 3 favorite alternative fibromyalgia treatments. And the favorites of her fellow bloggers too!
How To Improve Home Shower Safety With These OasisSpace Products
Home shower safety tips for the chronically ill and seniors. Bathe safely with one of these home safety products.
My Most Popular Chronic Illness Blog Posts Of 2021
The Disabled Diva shares her most popular blog posts of 2021. Fibromyalgia, autoimmune arthritis, and pain relief.
The Disabled Diva 2022 Chronic Pain and Illness Monthly Updates
Updated monthly, The Disabled Diva shares her chronic pain and illness life. What worked, what failed, pain levels, and activities.
5 Best Podiatrist Nail Clippers For Psoriatic Arthritis Toenail Care
Psoriatic arthritis toenail care is made easy with at-home pedicures using these podiatrist-toenail clippers.
5 Ways The Alike Health App Benefits Patients and Their Doctors
Discover how the Alike Health App can improve living with chronic illness and your healthcare.
Psoriasis Symptoms That Led To My Diagnosis
Psoriasis symptoms that led The Disabled Diva’s doctor to a diagnosis. Learn more about the beginning of her chronic life.
3 Ways Stormy Weather Triggers Fibromyalgia And Autoimmune Arthritis
The Disabled Diva shares three painful ways stormy weather triggers fibromyalgia and autoimmune arthritis flares.
Inflatable Neck Traction Device Product Review For Fibromyalgia And Arthritis Chronic Pain
Inflatable neck traction device product review for muscle and joint pain from fibromyalgia and spondylitis.
Fibromyalgia Treatment Lyrica Patient Review Of Side Effects And Benefits
A patient review of the side effects and benefits of fibromyalgia treatment Lyrica.
4 Emotional Challenges of Living With Psoriatic Arthritis
When I mention psoriatic arthritis, people usually think about joint pain and rashes, not emotional challenges. In my latest article for Healthgrades, I share four of those emotional challenges and the effect they have on my life.
After Hysterectomy Endometriosis Symptoms And Problems, My Never-Ending Nightmare
The after hysterectomy endometriosis symptoms and problems that have made my life a living nightmare.
Chronic Pain Awareness Month – How To Use Social Media To Educate
How to use social media for chronic pain awareness easily and for free, all year long, no matter how many followers you may have.
Disabled Diva Instagram Featured Chronic Pain And Lifestyle Products 2021 List
The Disabled Diva shares chronic pain and lifestyle products from her Instagram stories and feed for 2021. New products are added weekly.
10 Best Stretches To Do In A Hot Tub For Fibromyalgia Pain Relief
10 Best warm water stretches for fibromyalgia pain relief that can be done in a hot tub or spa.