Fancy a go at Our Euro 2024 sweep £5 an envelope given out 1st day of tournament. Paying 1st £50 2nd £25 Losing semi finalist get your £5 back. All in aid of cancer research UK and Versus Arthritis. #halfmooninndurham #euro2024 #cancerresearchuk #versusarthritis
3 DAYS TO GO! Thank you so much for all the support with my fundraising and running, I’m so grateful to have reached my fundraising target! Today’s final training run was muddy but fun, and I thought I’d use the opportunity now I’ve met my target to share some of the non-monetary ways people can help support what I’m trying to do🌦️🫂 . #psoriaticarthritis #psoriaticarthritisawareness #chronicpain #chronicillness #arthritis #psoriasis #psamemes #pain #fatigue #selfcare #autoimmunedisease #versusarthritis
I finally finished my exams and gave my brain a break, so it’s time for an update. It’s a bit long, but it’s been an eventful few months, so enjoy! Today’s update is bittersweet. The medication has been working well, but I’ve had to come to terms with a lot recently, which has been tough. Acceptance of a chronic illness and grieving the life you envisioned is definitely not linear. It comes and goes. Right now, I’m content with my treatment, but after every appointment, I’m reminded that this is my forever reality, and that’s okay. I plan to discuss acceptance and grief in more detail later, but here’s a brief overview for now. Starting Benepali has been one of the best things for my RA in a long time. It’s been a long struggle, so having some relief is amazing and much needed. I’m making a conscious effort to enjoy life more because the past few years have shown me that you never know what’s around the corner. There’s more to come from me in the next few weeks, so keep an eye out. Feel free to drop me a message if you need to talk or have any questions 💜 #versusarthritis #rheumatoidarthritis #arthiritis #chronicillness #chronicpain
Take Control Activity Weekend 📅 12th - 14th July 2024 📍Ayrshire Our next Take Control event will be our Activity Weekend for young people aged 10-18 years old living with arthritis and related conditions. This two night residential will include a range of outdoor and water based activities. Emails with the link to express interest in coming along have gone out this afternoon (please check spam/junk folders). If you haven't received the email or have any questions about the residential, please contact the YPFS Team at [email protected] #VersusArthritis #TakeControl #JIA #Arthritis #ypfs [Alt text - an image for the post about the Take Control Activity Weekend. The image is a square with information and images in four sections. The top left-hand square has a purple background with an image of a person paddle boarding. In white text it reads Take Control Activity Weekend. The top right-hand square is a photograph of young people and staff from a previous Take Control Activity Weekend. The group are wearing life vests and helmets for a water based activity. The bottom left-hand square is a photograph of a staff member and volunteer in a canoe on a lake from the most recent Family Sleepover. The bottom right-hand square has a green background and images of two people in a canoe and a star fish. In white text it reads 12-14th July, Ayrshire.]
Getting her fashiooon illustration flowing °•°•☆°••°•☆🖤after another successful very early hand // arm physio session (difficult and ouchy to begin with) it is wonderful to be at my desk=scrap book,paints,light box and ink markers out and ready to go🚀🎨🎨🎨🎨 I'm trying for a exciting fashion illustration gig//opportunity (heat packs,putty--strength,morphine and cushion at my side) and also researching//applying for counselling courses.Helping teenagers with arthritis and other chronic health conditions is something I'd love to do along side my role at school.There are so many young adult's juggling education//school//college with 24/7 pain,pill management,flare ups and hospital appointments all these hurdles whilst trying to get grades pass exams and just be teenaging 🙃😱🤯💀💀💀 #dynamicdisabilty🎀♿🎀 #arthritisfighter #arthritisawareness #rawarrior #versusarthritis #educator #babeswithmobiltyaids #disabledandcute #fashion #smallbusiness #slowlifestyle #charityshopfinds #illustrativeart #collageartist #arttherapy #wellbeing #grattitude #vintagelove #colourpop #moodboard #artistofinstagram #art #britishartists #artgalleries #theartprocess #artist #myartyourwall
I’ve taken a break recently from social and running stuff a little bit! Not loads, but I found since my diagnosis I was getting busy again, and it was all getting too much! I thought my holiday would rejuvenate me, but the first half of it was exhausting! My goal was to get back to the gym and running when I came back, but I have discovered a love for swimming, so I will find a gym that satisfies that love too. The weightlessness really helps my pain! Sometimes you have to look after yourself and say ‘enough is enough’, until I experienced chronic pain and fatigue I never appreciated its impact physically and mentally! But hey ho, I won’t be beat, just recognise when I need to withdraw! Onwards and upwards! #versusarthritis #psoriaticarthritis #running #loverunning
❣❣🐰🔸️🔸️🥦🍒Mission completed...with the added bonus of finding @honeymoon t-shirt. I am the biggest LDR fan girl in the universe and have been lucky enough to see her gig before the name change.Yet never had any merch. Got lucky!🍒⚡💊🔸️🔸️ Physiotherapy 30 minutes Shuffle 1 hour== no wheelchair required Weights// core 15 minutes =with slots of rest and meds inbetween= ...closer to boxing perhaps? 🙃jokes✊ #determination #movement #thisgirlcan #joy #rawarrior #rheumatoidearthritis #arthritisawareness #versusarthritis #lanadelray #summertimevibes #charityshopfinds #strongmindset #positivethinking #gratitude #colourpop #devonlifemag #cottagelove #moodboard #wholesome #slowliving #art #artistoninstagram #britishartists #photography #dynamicdisabilty 💥⚡♿🦄
Exam Drop In Session 📆 Tuesday 28th May ⏰ 6-7PM 📍Online Our next exam drop-in session will take place on Tuesday 28th May from 6-7pm online. Come along, take a break from studying and chat with other young people, volunteers and the YPFS Team. We know studying for exams can be a stress time and it is helpful to take breaks. Remember the YPFS Team are here if you need any support. Contact us at [email protected] #VersusArthritis #sqaexams #arthritis #jia #ypfs [Alt Text - an image for the Exam Drop in sessions. A yellow background with two square speech bubbles. In the top speech bubble, it reads exam drop in, in white text. Underneath this is a graphic of papers and a pen. At the point of the speech bubble is a graphic of a person reading from a book and another sitting at a laptop. In the bottom speech bubble, it reads Tuesday 28th May, 6-7pm, online in white text. At the point of the speech bubble is a graphic of a laptop with an online call with two people on the screen.]
Monday evening, it was warm and my hands were slipping but managed to hold on @_cskiaerial @airhoop #airhoopsalford #airhoopclasses #airhoop #over50aerial #over50aerialist #traineeaerialist #weareundefeatable #arthritiswarrior #versusarthritis
A personal post today - Arthritis update Absolutely 💩 scared of taking this. I've waited so long for my new treatment to arrive (the last one stopped working about a year ago now) and I'm desperate to feel better, but so many "What ifs..". 💩 What if it hurts? The injection is about twice the size of my old one. 💩 What if I get a reaction or side effects? 💩 What if I mess up the injection and have to wait a whole month to do the next one? 💩 What if this treatment doesn't work? What then? 🤞 But also, what if it DOES work? I'm hoping this is a real turning point for me 🤞 Time to take a deep breath and just get on with it. I'll keep you posted! #versusarthritis #psoriaticarthritis #ankylosingspondylitis #chronicillness
A last minute change of weekend plans meant we took on this monster ridge on Sat - South Glen Shiel! ❤️ This ridge was absolutely stunning, and no amount of photos would do this justice! Heavy day on the legs with 26km and 1750m elevation gain, but the river soak at the end helped ease the tired legs! ⛰️ Creag a' Mhaim ( #48) ⛰️ Druim Shionnach ( #49) ⛰️ Aonach Air Chrith ( #50) ⛰️ Maol Chinn-dearg ( #51) ⛰️ Sgùrr an Doire Leathain ( #52) ⛰️ Sgùrr an Lochain ( #53) ⛰️ Creag nan Dàmh ( #54) #your_outdooradventures #epicmountainviews #excellent_mountains #munrobagging #munros #munrobaggingscotland #hiking #hikingscotland @kyloeinthewild #versusarthritis #rheumatoidarthritis #scotlandlove #salomon #cloudinversion #southglenshielridge @summit_adventures_uk
Good Luck to everyone during this exam season💗 We know its can be a very stressful time, just try your best 😊. Remember that YPFS team are available if you need someone to chat with during this time. #VersusArthritis #JIA #ypfs
💖🐌🌸💊°•°•☆Triumph & JOY from yesterday°•°•☆°• 🚀💖💊♿💊💖🧚♀️🧚🧚♀️ #positivemindset #strong #mondaymotivation #educator #babeswithmobilityaid #resilence #dynamicdisabilty #arthritisfighter #versusarthritis #happyplace #gratitude #naturelover #topsham #devonartists #devonlife #southwestartists #photography #colourpop #quirkyhouse #illustrativeart #thisgirlcan #art #artistoninstagram #devonartists #myartyourwall #artgalleries #creative
Another thing I completely forgot to post! I completed the Versus Arthritis March Knitting Challenge and raised £200. So I managed to double my initial goal! Thank you to everyone who donated! #justgiving #versusarthritis #marchknittingchallenge #marchknittingchallenge2024 #distancescarf #knitting #knittersofinstagram #knitstagram #handknit #handmade #scarf #knitscarf #charity #donate
Autoimmune Arthritis is NOT the same as having Normal Arthritis. Consult the specialist today if you have any of these symptoms. • Pain with activity. • Limited range of motions • Joint Stiffness • Joint Swelling • Knee Tenderness • Feeling the “knee” may “give out. #worldarthritisday #arthritis #arthritisrelief #arthritiswarrior #arthritiscare #arthritispainrelief #arthritislife #arthritisresearch #autoimmunearthritis #arthritisadvocate #arthritistreatment #arthritisfoundation #arthritisproblems #osteoarthritis #rheumatoidarthritisawareness #arthritisawareness #curearthritis #arthritispain #arthritisawarenessmonth #rheumatoidarthritis #arthritissucks #versusarthritis #arthritisfighter #arthritiswalk #arthritiswontstopme #arthritissupport #bonejointweek #arthritisday #gout #painmanagement
Such a beautiful location for today's t-shirts and tote bags workshop. #Versusarthritis #Streetstylesurgery
**** UPDATE**** Please ask if there’s anything you want to know more about regarding this post and I’ll try and be as open as possible. With so much going on at the moment it’s hard to keep it short so people can understand exactly where I’m at. Seems like everything is happening at once so trying to take each day at a time and not look to far ahead ( which is hard when I feel I’m having to plan everything in advance) Hope everyone is keeping as well as they can do and experiencing low pain - Happy weekend 🌞 🧚♀️ #stemcelltherapy #stemcelltransplant #chronicillnessawareness #autologousstemcelltransplant #rheumatology #endometriosis #gynaecology #biologic #anakinra #jia #juvenilearthritis #juvenileidiopathicarthritis #thinkjia #versusarthritis #chronicpain #chronicillness #echocardiogram #rheumatoid_arthritis #psoriaticarthritis #autoimmunedisease #autoinflammatorydisease #the_pain_diaries #invisibleillness #invisibledisability #butyoudontlooksick #haemo #bonemarrowtransplant #bonemarrow #liverpoolclatterbridgehospital #anakinra #spoonie
I've had this painting stuck in a corner of the studio half finished for about three years, and every now and then add another layer about living with a long term autoimmune condition. I think my little painting is done now! And it is dedicated to a dear friend battling a form of vasculitis. With my love x Left In, Left Out, 2024 Oil on canvas, 51.4x51.4cm (20x20 inches) #versusarthritis #connectivetissuedisease #contemporaryart #emergingartist #oiloncanvas #oilpainting #figurativeart #figurativepainting #contemporarypainting
Wishing everyone a safe, happy and peaceful long weekend! #naturalpic #rafighter #versusarthritis #sing #songs #singer #songwriter #love #amor #cantante #canzone #singing #singerlife #newmusic #newrelease #weekend #vibes #imageoftheday #musicproducer #música #musicproduction #instudio #recording #artist #artista #internationalmusic #worldwide #songstress #belcanto #popopera
Thursday night @airhoop with @_cskiaerial teaching, followed by yoga from @anahatayogaaa ❤️ however the end of the evening had us locked in the building as next door had forgotten about us being in the studio and brought the shutters down 🤦🏼♀️😂 a few phone calls and eventually we were set free 😍 #airhoopsalford #airhoopclasses #airhoop #traineeaerialist #over50aerial #over50aerialist #versusarthritis #arthritiswarrior #weareundefeatable #yoga #anahatayoga
Keeping a journal can be a great exercise for your mental health. Writing things down helps us to process emotions, feel calmer and find solutions. Here are 6 prompts to help you get started. It doesn't need to be neat or spelled correctly- it's just for you! #VersusArthritis #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #journalling #arthritis #JIA #ypfs [Alt text - a series of three images for the post about journaling for mental health. Image one - a black background with purple text that reads journaling for mental health and images of notebooks, pens, and sticky notes. Image two - a green background with an image of a pen. In black text it reads discuss one thing that happened today that made you happy. In white text it reads What words do you wish someone would say to you when you're having a tough time? In yellow text it reads discuss three things you did right today. Image 3 - a purple background with a grey sticky note with a blue heart on it. In pink text it reads write a list of ten things you are thankful for. In white text it reads how do you want to feel tomorrow, and what three things can you do today to ensure you feel that way? In yellow text it reads discuss five things you wish others knew about you.]
According to Arthritis Research UK it is estimated that 15.5 million people have some form of back pain in the UK with 5.5 million suffering with severe back pain. Severe back pain is defined as having a high intensity of pain or severe limitations due to pain. In the age of working at home back pain is increasingly common and even before the pandemic it was the 5th most common reason people went to see their GP. Don’t suffer with back pain, there is help out there. At ICE we offer a range of treatment options for back pain. Our clinicians will carry out a full assessment before a treatment plan is put in place. They are on hand to answer any questions and have a wealth of knowledge so are able to offer plenty of advice. Give us a call on 01525 841845 for Ampthill or 01234 240117 for Olney or visit our website www.iceclinic.co.uk #backpain #versusarthritis #lumbarspine #thorasicspine #cervicalspine #physiotherapy #physio #pain #acupuncture #shockwavetherapy #getmoving #feelinggood #Ampthill #Olney #bedfordshire #buckinghamshire #aposhealth #apos #focusedshockwavetherapy #manualtherapy #lowbackpain
Rest has been good! Albeit enforced rest, so today I thought I would do just a little run! My feet hurt, my ankles hurt and I felt groggy and slow, but my goal was to run up the hill, which I did!!! Hard but fun, more fun running down though! #psoriaticarthritis #versusarthritis #runneronholiday
@versusarthritis It’s Arthritis Awareness Month Over 10 million people live with arthritis in the Uk. It’s coming up to a year in July when I got officially diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis. I’m 33 years old and since starting my new treatment plan last august I have been very lucky that my medication they provided for me Methotrexate has worked extremely well. It took a long time to see a difference in my mobility. Methotrexate is a immunosuppressant which reduces inflammation in the body. Like everyone with arthritis I have an immune system that attacks its own cells. As the tissue lines your joints they become inflamed and thickened fluid builds up. This causes constant pain and mobility issues. Unfortunately it’s autoimmune so it’s something I was unable to control. Being on this medication has made me really grateful as it’s worked really well. I’m able to walk better, bend my legs and knees better. There are things I’m not able to do such as run, crouch down or do too much strenuous activities. I have RA in my knees, wrists and back arms. I try not to let this condition get me down or I think too much of it as I’m lucky to be relatively pain free. When I do posts like this I’d like to see it as a positive aspect of my life. I’d like to shout out to everyone who is suffering from Arthritis in any form your all doing amazing 🥰 You’re Strong, and you keep Embracing this invisible illness. I love connecting with others on Instagram and sharing the support for everyone. We all may look perfectly well on the outside but inside is a different story. 🙏 . . . #arthritisawareness #arthritis #rheumatoidarthritis♿️ #rheumatoidearthritis #health #wellbeing #wellnessjourney #wellness #beyou #beyourbestself #mentalhealthawareness #happiness #feelgood #grateful #beyourbestself #happydays #autoimmunedisease #livingwitharthritis #versusarthritis #wellbeingwarrior #personalgrowth #personalgrowthjourney #chronicpainawareness #arthritisfoundation #peoplewitharthritis #arthritispain #feelgood #embraceyou #healthandwellness #supportwomen #supportoneanother
Mindfulness is a technique used to help you focus on the present by being aware of your thoughts and what you are feeling. This can help if you are feel particularly stressed or anxious as it can give you a moment to check in and take notice of how you are feeling physically and emotionally. There are lots of different ways to practice mindfulness from short bursts to longer focusses or guided body scans and meditation. Why not try out some of our suggestions and see what works for you . #VersusArthritis #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #mindfulness #wellbeing #JIA #Arthritis #ypfs [Alt Text - a series of colourful images giving ideas of 7 types of mindfulness activities you could try out. These include mindful breathing, gratitude practice ( sharing what you are grateful for), positive affirmations, meditations, body scans, observing thoughts and emotions and mindful eating.]
Getting some silks practice in with a 1 to 1, thanks @1mo_gen @airhoop for the challenges and assistance 😍 making time for me ❤️ #airhoopsalford #airhoopclasses #airhoopsilks #aerialsilks #over50aerial #over50aerialist #traineeaerialist #versusarthritis #arthritiswarrior #weareundefeatable
📢REMINDER📢 Online Exam Drop In 📆Thursday 16th May ⏰6-7pm 📍Online Quick reminder that our online exam drop-in session will take place tomorrow. This is a chance to get a quick break from exams and studying and have a chat. Check your emails for the link for the call. If you haven't received one and would like to come along email the YPFS team at [email protected]. #VersusArthritis #exams #SQA #JIA #arthritis #ypfs [Alt Text - an image for the post about the online exam drop-in sessions. A green background with two purple speech bubbles. In the first speech bubble there is an image of papers with a grade on it and a pen. In white text it reads exam drop in. In the second speech bubble it reads Thursday 16th May 6-7pm, Online. At the points of the speech bubbles there are images of an online call on a laptop and two people studying.]
Yesterday I went for an aspiration and cortisone injection into my left knee. However I’m left a little Deflated and feeling disappointed it didn’t go as planned. The person who done the procedure went straight through to the bone which caused immense sharp electric shock pains through my whole body. I tried to tolerate the pain but it was wild and nothing I’d experienced in previous aspirations and cortisone injections I’ve had. The person doing it was a physio under supervision of my consultant - not the nurses who usually perform it! Learning that this was her first aspiration and only her fifth intra articular cortisone, it did make me tense up and feel even more nervous. I understand they have to practice and I could have refused and waited a further 4-6weeks but I’ve been waiting for this for so long, I just wanted to get it done and not allow the anxiety to win. I’d been dreading it but psyched myself up to be a big brave girl. After the appt I felt I’d let myself down and been the biggest wimp. Children have to go through this all the time and there’s me a 36year old woman who has already had these procedure done countless times throughout my life and I couldn’t persevere through the intense pain. My pride is damaged more than anything else and today I am feeling sorry for myself. I did have an intra muscular of 140mg cortisone into my buttock instead to see if that can help me out of this flare and reduce inflammation on my joints. The knee today is ok and not twinging like last night but I do have slight swelling and can feel tenderness so a lovely bruise is coming. 🧚♀️ #arthritis #arthritisuk #arthritissupport #arthritismatters #versusarthritis #intraarticularcortisone #aspiration #intramuscularcortisone #livingwitharthritis #autoimmunedisease #autoimmunearthritis #JIA #thinkJIA #juvenileidiopathicarthritis #psoriasis #psoraiticarthritis #rheumatology #chronicpainawareness #chronicillnesscommunity #chronicillness #chronicillnesslife #chronicpain #spoonie #JIAtreatments #invisibledisabilityawareness #disabilityawareness #hiddendisability #butyoudontlooksick #butyoudontlookill #invisibleillness
Sometimes when things get overwhelming it can be difficult to practice self care. During these times doing little things can help us to start to feel better and a bit more in control. From changing your clothes, making your bed, having your fav dinner or speaking to someone you trust about how you are feeling these steps can help. At last years Wellbeing Weekend we asked the Joint Potential Young People to share what self care activities they do when they find it difficult to practice their usual self care. We hope some of these suggestions help and remember the YPFS team are here if you would like to talk. #VersusArthritis #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #Arthritis #JIA #ypfs [Alt text - a series of images for the post about self care when things feel challenging. Each image had a blue background and a series of white speech bubbles with ideas for self care when things may be difficult including: asking for help, giving yourself a break, taking a nap, chatting with friends, making your bed, writing down how you feel, changing into fresh PJ's, eat a comfort meal, celebrate the little wins, avoid doom scrolling, speak to your doctor/nurse and doing your morning routine.]
Enforced rest!!!! Our car broke down on a journey, we had plans, but we have no choice but to wait where we are until our car is fixed! I was really struggling with fatigue so its the universe way of making me stop!! This pizza from Pizza Express is jolly nice too! #psoriaticarthritis #versusarthritis #pizzaexpress
It's #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek! We all have mental health, and like our physical health there are little things we can do to help look after it. At times when we are feeling low or stressed it can be difficult to put these into practice but even the little every day steps can help. Over the course of the next week we will be sharing some hints and tips to help with your emotional wellbeing. The theme for Mental Health Awareness Week is Moving more for your mental health. This could be dancing in your kitchen💃, going for a walk with friends👟, swimming 🏊♀️ or doing some gentle stretches🧘. Movement is different for everyone and finding what works for you can take time but also be fun. Let us know what movement you enjoy or anything you fancy trying out soon. #VersusArthritis #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MomentsForMovement #Arthritis #JIA #ypfs [Alt Text - an image from the Mental Health Foundation for Mental Health Awareness Week. A purple background with a pink geometric shape of the Mental Health Foundation Logo in the middle . In white text it reads Mental Health Awareness Week 13-19 May, #MomentsforMovement. Underneath the image in white text it reads Join us for Mental Health Awareness Week]
#exercisesforthefingers #exercisesforthehands #exercisesforthewrists https://versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/exercising-with-arthritis/exercises-for-healthy-joints/exercises-for-the-fingers-hands-and-wrists/ via #versusarthritis ; #handpain https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324593 via #medicalnewstoday ; 🖐️ 🤚 10 #naturalremediestohelparthritis in #hands https://www.verywellhealth.com/natural-remedies-for-arthritis-in-hands-5095949 via #verywellhealth
Life is putting in the effort//hard graft & manifesting even harder °•°~°•🤍💭🤍°••~°•💮☘🪐🌹💮☘🪐 all these gorge dreamy things are going up on my board°•☆°• It is possible that I could be within the percentage of people who take to treatment quickly🔮🪄 I cannot explain how much it would mean for me returning to school in September and seeing my yr 7s bloom into yr 8errrrs🙌🙏 But now I need snooze haha! ZzZ #arthritisawareness #educator #versusarthritis #dynamicdisabilty #babeswithmobiltyaids #ambition #thisgirlcan #strongmindset #girlpower #sundayfeels #gratitude #visitengland #chronicpainwarrior #joy #arty #topshamdevon #arttherapy #girlinred #photography #devonlife #ariesqueen #southwestartists #illustrativeart #loveart #positivevibes #art #artistoninstagram
What a night! . . I knew this was going to be a tough one. It was my 5th marathon in 8 weeks, it didn’t start till 7pm and I’m normally in bed by 9pm and it was hot! To top it all off, I threw my back out a week ago and couldn’t barely walk or put my shoes on. Luckily my doctor said that I wouldn’t do any more damage if I ran and that as long as I could tolerate the pain, I could give it a shot. . . After about 2 miles I knew it was going to be a long night. I felt completely drained and was in pain. The pain eased off the more I ran but the feelings of exhaustion persisted. I had zero goals for this race other than crossing the finish line and getting that medal. . . The atmosphere was an absolute party. People lining the streets in the town and having street parties in the residential areas. There was a full on rave happening at one point underneath the huge bridge in Luxembourg. . . I walked a lot and just tried to enjoy myself. I had all the snacks at every water station and probable high fived as many adults as I did kids. There were a few drunk people staggering on the course which made things interesting 😂 . . I have never been so happy to cross a finish line. Almost an hour slower than my PB in Rome in March but equally proud of my determination to get it done. . . So the challenge is complete! 5 1/2 marathons in 8 weeks. Would I do it all again? Absolutely 😂 . . #luxembourgmarathon2024 #londonmarathon2024 #manchestermarathon2024 #londonlandmarkshalfmarathon2024 #ghentmarathon2024 #romemarathon2024 #runna #runnacoach #dopeyrunner #sixstarfinishergoal #nycmarathon2024 #abbottmarathonmajors #sjogrenssyndrome #autoimmunerunner #versusarthritis #marathontraining #marathonrunning #running #girlswhorun #brooks #brooksrunning #garmin #garminforerunner745
Took a day off work yesterday to bag a couple Munros near Spean Bridge. ⛰️Beinn a' Chaorainn ( #45) ⛰️Beinn Teallach ( #46) The views up the first munro were fantastic - the drop of 400m to climb back up another 300m wasn't ideal, but the route up the back of Beinn Teallach was spectacular ❤️ My hip held up well thankfully, used my poles most of the way round and that seems to have eased the pressure of pushing up the hill. A wee dip in Pattack Falls was much needed after this 20km round route on a scorcher of a day ☀️ @kyloeinthewild sunnies seeing me through another hill day 😎 #munros #munrobagging #munrobaggingscotland #speanbridge #pattackfalls #rheumatoidarthritis #hikingscotland #hiking @your_outdooradventures #hilldays #excellent_mountains #versusarthritis #gsdofinstagram #lightningmcqueensmunros
This is your final chance to join us for a fun, interactive smartphone photography workshop. Come and meet other young people who get it and learn some new skills! The sign up link is in bio #versusarthritis #jia #tooyoungforarthritis #ypfswales
Mental health is a big factor with PSA, the diagnosis of it and then the realisation that this is your life now! I wasn’t exactly sane to begin with and started running to reduce anxiety without medication, which by and large worked to a degree! Going for a run released anxiety so initially being told I had a condition that means you can’t run was devastating. Fortunately when I finally saw the rheumatologist he told me to keep on running. I will never be fast now (wasn’t anyway), but to chug along is important to my mental health. I recently got caught up with trying to improve my speed and chasing PBs, but fatigue caught up with my and one run I was on the verge of tears and felt sick and like I would drop to the floor any moment. So recently I’ve been doing some little two mile runs with my friends and last night we decided to run along the top of the beach. It was super busy as we had a royal visitor yesterday, but dodging people meant no speed and simply enjoy the beautiful view. I feel super lucky this is on my doorstep. #psoriaticarthritis #versusarthritis #loverunning
A struggle tonight due to the heat and energy levels a little low @airhoop with @circus_sarahhhh teaching 🥵😍 #airhoopsalford #airhoopclasses #airhoop #traineeaerialist #over50aerial #over50aerialist #versusarthritis #arthritiswarrior
New leggings from vinted! Tad today warm for my 30 minute run!! I feel fatigue creeping in so am gonna do one last long run on Sunday then am on my holidays next week with my best friend! I will do a little mile here and there but I need to reset!! So excited!! #psoriaticarthritis #versusarthritis #loverunning #vinted #kernow
Are you getting ready for exams? Have a look at some of our tips to help you out at what can be a stressful time. Remember, the YPFS team is here to support you and you've got this! #jia #revision #versusarthritis #tooyoungforarthritis #juvenilearthritis
This song is following me!!!Always when I feel meh and it gets me happy again🙃🙂🙅♀️💃💃5am kick off today (with arthritis you could say that was hellish) stuck in prolonged bank hols traffic,an hour late.Whizzed up the ramp crashed into a bin and begged that the consultant still see me haha! 💊🩸💊 So I have aggressive RA has been nobody could guarantee that I'd be walking or back to work this year,BUT at the same time it wasn't completely ruled out so let's cling onto that.MRI on Sunday to determine that something else is running along side the arthritis. After MRI I have 9 weeks of steroids and my own nurse to help me navigate the yuckness🤮🤢 followed by injections to stop my immune system attacking all the healthy cells...I'll have a team to again help me with starting that💉💉 zzzzzZzz Good news consultant was brilliant and much better °•°•☆ #versusarthritis #thisgirlcan #dynamicdisabilty #wafflehouse😁
Would you wear this shirt to help raise awareness and show the world that more needs to be done for Rheumatoid Arthritis research? Order yours from The link in my bio ⤵️@rheumatoidarthritissupportp #rheumatoidarthritisproblems #rheumatoidarthritisfighter #rheumatoidarthritisdisease #rheumatoidarthritis #rheumatoidarthritisawarness #rheumatoidarthritislife #rheumatoidarthritissupport #arthritissupport #arthritiswontstopme #arthritisfighter #arthritiswalk #versusarthritis #arthritisawarenessmonth #arthritispain
Just 4 out of COUNTLESS reasons why I'm such an advocate for exercising with arthritis. 🏃🏻♂️🏋️ Providing you do it correctly and safely, resistance training can be transformative in enabling mobility, reducing pain and swelling, boosting mental health, and of course, drastically improving quality of life ✨ If you'd like to begin exercising with arthritis, shoot me a message for information on my 1-1 coaching service 📥 . . . #arthritis #versusarthritis #arthritisresearchuk #jia #rheumatoidarthritis #creakyjoints #pt #fitness #bodytransformation #bodybuilding #fitfam #gymmotivation #health #fitnessmotivation #gymlife #gymrat #instafit #transformation #strong #fitspo #workout #workoutmotivation #personaltrainer #fitnesscoach #mentalhealth #running #gym
Exam season is well underway 📚 We thought we would share some top tips to help during this time. Making plans, taking breaks, asking for help and using some time management techniques are some things to help you through this time. Got any tips that work for you? Share them in the comments. We have an online exam drop-in on Thursday 16th May at 6pm if you want to take a break from study and have a chat with other young people, volunteers and staff. Fancy coming along? Let the YPFS Team know via email at [email protected]. #VersusArthritis #Exams #Studying #SQA #SQAexams #arthritis #JIA #ypfs [Alt Text - a series of images with top tips to help during study season including making a plan to help with when, where and what to study, taking scheduled breaks and using this time to rest and do things you enjoy, asking for help from teachers, family members and speaking to the YPFS team if needed and an explanation of the pomodoro time management technique.]
Nicola was only halfway through her course of Magnetic Resonance Therapy treatment programme, when her hip pain diminished! Get back to exercise and physical health! Read about MBST therapy on our website. You'll find articles on how Magnetic Resonance Therapy treats a number of musculoskeletal conditions. #mbst #physiotherapy #kneepain #hippain #jointpain #arthritis #painfree #versusarthritis
It's great to see that @versusarthritis has worked with the @sunflowerlanyardscheme team to create an 'I have arthritis' card. Will be looking to get my hands on this one 💚🌻💛 #SunflowerLanyard #Arthritis #ChronicPain #HiddenDisabilities #Inclusivity #Accessibility #VersusArthritis #PsoriaticDisease #PsoriaticArthritis #PsA #ThisIsPsA #PsAActionMonth #ChronicIllness #Disability #Disabled #NeoWalkSticks #MobilityAids #MobilityAid #WalkingStick #NeoWalkSticks
💋💋🥀🐌🐌Music and charity shopping =♡♡♡🥀🥀 at least until I'm back to cycling and boxing ✊ Delighted at finding this TLC album (top girl band FACT) as I lost mine which was actually my big sisters and on tape! Best of all this was on my little shuffle around town. Also may have fed some beautiful pigeons🕊🕊 as that's how I roll...Speaking of which I didn't need my chair today,though now I very much need ice packs and snoooooze 💫✌ #thisgirlcan #dynamicdisabilty #versusarthritis #arthritisawareness #babeswithmobiltyaids #vintagelove #y2kaesthetic #styleblogger #slowfashion #chairtyshopfinds #joy #grattitude #girlssupportinggirls #altgirl #music #tlc #90sbaby #nostalgia #lefteye #saturdayfeels #colourpop #arty #creative #artist #illustrativeart #springvibes #positivemindset #gratitude #loveart
🤍🪐🪐🪐 I've been having the hardest time with my symptoms and riding out the effects of morphine 🤢🥴 along with battling the health care system and shouting to get heard. Anyway I woke up to really good news both my MRI (for hands,lungs and feet) first Rheumatology session (all day one🥳💉)annnnnnd appointment with my actual GP (who has been brilliant battling the system and pushing the consultant to take my symptoms seriously) are going ahead next week. Pretty much back to back,this will be the first time I've received treatment and not just layers of pain killers. Girls (I say girls because we are shut down so often) don't be afraid to take on doctor's and consultants which you feel are not right for you/// who are dismissing your chronic pain and symptoms. You know how you feel and only you know when something isn't right Don't be afraid to complain either and question the pain relief medication that docs suggest.So many times I've been given pills that we're altering my mood 🧟♂️🧟 zombie--none of that is cool,despite what the doctor may say CHALLENGE IT again again and again. #medicalnegligence #chronicillnessawareness #arthritisawareness #thisgirlcan #babeswithmobiltyaids #letstalkmentalhealth #dynamicdisabilty #arthritisfighter #chronicpainwarrior #strongmindset #positivethinking #versusarthritis #gratitude #disabledandcute #girlssupportinggirls #veganbakes
Just run - I have had a few people use this phrase with me recently! Well meaning granted, and good friends! But, its not that easy! I can’t just run, on the days I am not hit with fatigue in order to just run I have to struggle with my hands to put on my sports bra, to just run I have to try up pull up my running leggings with painful wrists, in order to just run I have to pull my socks over my sore toes with my painful fingers, to just run I have to squeeze my sore toes into my shoes and be-careful of my swollen ankle, then to just run I have to lace my shoes with my painful fingers, then to just run I have to wake up my stiff joints and move, in order to just run I have to think about when I took my last painkiller and if I have eaten enough in case or fatigue and then once out the door I have to lock the door with a small key that I struggle to hold and zip that away in a small pocket, then finally to just run I have to start my watch with my swollen fingers and run. I will post another time about how the just run is! But however well meaning we are we don’t know what anyone is suffering. I will keep running and have hopes of running a marathon again one day. Today I had a lovely run with my friend, we chatted and ran, but for us both it was hard to get out the door for different reasons!! #versusarthritis #psoriaticarthritis #justrun #loverunning #arthritisawarenessmonth
Thursday night me time with @_cskiaerial teaching @airhoop followed by @anahatayogaaa #airhoopsalford #airhoopclasses #versusarthritis #arthritiswarrior #weareundefeatable #over50aerial #over50aerialist #anahatayoga
Update from my rheumatologist and dermatologist appointment yesterday 🦴 I’m off to Liverpool next week for another appointment regarding stem cell/bone marrow treatment so will update on that appointment 🧬 Hopeful I will be in a position soon where I can have parts of life back and not be in so much pain and discomfort every single day! ☀️ 🧚♀️ #arthritis #arthritisuk #arthritissupport #dermatologist #versusarthritis #arthritisresearch #arthritislife #livingwitharthritis #autoimmunedisease #autoimmunearthritis #suppressedimmunity #immunedisease #JIA #thinkJIA #juvenileidiopathicarthritis #psoriasis #psoraiticarthritis #rheumatology #orthapeadics #rheumatology #rheumatologyuk #rheumatologist #DMARDS #biologicinjections #juvenileidiopathicarthritis #juvenilearthritis #chronicillness #chronicpain #invisibleillness #mentalhealth #anakinra #jiatreatment
On the train home after a couple of days in the #versusarthritis London office. Fortunately, there is a copy of a #YoungReadersVersusArthritis book club pick to keep us busy. If you've not signed up yet see the bio link. If you have, have you started reading yet? #lovereading #jia #tooyoungforarthritis #justkeepreading
Today is the one year anniversary of the metal plate and screws in my leg 🥳 Can’t believe it’s been a year since my Osteotomy. I’ve got a better quality of life than I did before and it’s slowed down the need for the inevitable knee replacement I will need eventually. The recovery was tough and gruelling but I put the hard work in with my walks, swims, and loosing weight. My leg will never be 100% ok as the severe arthritis and damaged ligaments I have will always be present but it will hopefully stop it from getting any worse. I still have pain but I manage it well and listen to my body. The last year was tough going through my recovery and changing my job too in that time , but I’m so proud of myself as I did it all on my own and Iam so much happier 🩷 #osteotomy #osteotomysurgery #kneesurgery #arthritis #osteoarthritis #versusarthritis @versusarthritis #picoftheday
Are you getting close to your exams? We know that this can be a very stressful time, so we'll be sharing some tips and tools you might want to try over the next couple of weeks. We know you'll do your best, and the YPFS team is here to support you. You've got this! #JIA #Tooyoungforarthritis #VersusArthritis
So happy I’m ill again 😷. 😭 . In the space of a few months, I’ve had COVID (for the 4th time), chest infection, 2 sinus infections and a tooth infection… I’m exhausted and had enough. . I know medication makes us susceptible to infection… but any tips on how to avoid and stay well 😬. . How do you cope with getting so many infections, does your medication affect you. . . . #rheumatoidarthritis livingwithra #livingwithchronicillness #rheumatoidarthritis #versusarthritis #chronicillness #dailystruggles #rheumatology #rheumatoidarthritiswarrior #rheumatoidlady #lifewithra #autoimmunedisease #arthritissucks #methotrexate #autoimmunewarrior #autoimmunawareness #rheumatoidarthritisawareness #newmeds #tocilizumab #notalldisabilitiesarevisible #leflunomide #infection #antibiotics
And switching to the red silks with @1mo_gen @airhoop #traineeaerialist #airhoopsalford #airhoop #over50aerial #over50aerialist #versusarthritis #arthritiswarrior
New moves and old moves revisited with @1mo_gen @airhoop #airhoopsalford #airhoop #traineeaerialist #over50aerial #over50aerialist #versusarthritis #arthritiswarrior
I forgot to take my painkiller meds today and it was ok! Am slowly weaning myself off them and just having half a tablet every third day! It was an office day and then had my nails done to make my witchy fingers look better. So am thinking as I am not running tonight due to a family visit then maybe its time to push it to the forth day! Small positive improvements are pushing away the black cloud over me, it does sneak back in at times but I do my best to fight it! Onwards and upwards!! #versusarthritis #psoriaticarthritis #prettynails
👽💘🐈💊💊📖💊Rough as hell today I expect to be down and ouuuut for ages now.So turning to my happy place BOOKS Cat Lady by @hotpatooties is SO good,I've read it a few times already 💊🧸🧸📖 Hope to be back doing arty bits soon and decorating my skulls 💀 as you do.Once an emo and all that haha! Feel free to send cat memes feeling sad 🙃 or just send me actual cats! TY♡ ✌🧸💊 laters #arthritisawareness #chronicallyawesome #chronicpainwarrior #educator #crazycatlady #bookworm #versusarthritis #humor #illustrativeart #arty #art #devonartists #happyplace #strongmindset #gratitude #nerdlife #dynamicdisabilty ♿♿
Who says you can't wear leopard print to yoga! It's your practice do it your way...see you online at noon on Zoom every Monday lunchtime (UK)... Sign up below 👇 by writing CHAIR in the comments... All classes are donation based, pay what you can... See you soon Miranda and the AYL team 🙏 💜 #WeAreUndefeatable #VersusArthritis #ThisGirlCan #FreeYogaClasses #AccessibleYoga #SeatedYoga #DisabledYoga #OpenSessions #SportEngland #parasports
🧡💥❤💛💥🏵🐡🐯💥🍊🍊🧩💥🧩❤💥🧡💛 #colourpop #arttherapy #slowlifestyle #chronicillnessawareness #thisgirlcan #lovemondays #positivemindset #arthritisfighter #babeswithmobiltyaids #neowalk #versusarthritis #colourfulhome #moodboard #interiors #cottagelove #illustrativeart #devonartists #scrapbooking #creativespace #joy #grattitude #springfeels #artistoninstagram #loveart #originalart #myartyourwall #arty #theartprocess
What a hike! It was horrible and brilliant all at the same time. From the gorgeous scenery to being followed by cows, seeing what my body can do and also feeling how broken it is since! Hopefully the next hike is a lot smoother sailing, but also, I never expected it to be so grey and cold basically in May! What has happened to our weather?! . . . . . • #hiking #versusarthritis #hike #charity #nature #travel #naturephotography #adventure #hikingadventures #photography #explore #naturelovers #trekking #landscape #outdoors #arthritis #love #photooftheday #rheumatoidarthritis #spring #landscapephotography #wanderlust #nonprofit #travelphotography #instagood #arthritisawareness #donate
Our most recent Take Control Reset Weekend took place a couple of weeks ago in Aviemore. During the weekend we spoke about sleep, pain and pacing to help us reset our thinking and look after our wellbeing. The group also had the chance to take part in a campfire lighting and cooking session where we had the chance to make popcorn🍿. We also made sleep masks, decorated biscuits, painted stones, played games, did some bird watching and explored the great outdoors. We hope everyone had a great time and we look forward to seeing you all soon. #VersusArthritis #TakeControl #Arthritis #JIA #ypfs [Alt text - a series of photographs from the Take Control Reset Weekend in Aviemore. Image 1 - a group of young people sitting around a table showing off the sleep masks they designed. Image 2 - a group of young people facing volunteers with a flip chart sharing words they associate with pain. Image 3 - young people outside collecting different types of firewood. Image 4 &5 - young people listening and watching an instructor showing how to build and light a campfire. Image 6 - a young person lighting a campfire with the instructor. Image 7 - a group of young people adding wood to their campfire. Image 8 - a table with young people and staff decorating pebbles with colourful paints. Image 9 - a table with young people decorating biscuits with icing and edible eyes. Image 10 - a table of young people joining biscuits with jam and decorating with icing and edible ink pens.
#VersusArthritis 💪 Early start yesterday with #etapelochness starting @ 6:30 but it was a great morning on the bike, with more hills than expected (3800ft) 🚵🏻♀️😅 9 years living with Rheumatoid Arthritis and 22 years with diabetes but I still love a challenge to focus on 👌🏅 Made sure I had some *full sugar* original @irnbru waiting for me at the end (we are in Scotland after all) 😋 I was cycling for the charity @versusarthritis - if you would like to donate the link is in my bio! 👏 #rheumatoidarthritis #arthritis #type1diabetes #diabetes #irnbru #lochness #t1dm #diabetic #cycling #roadcycling #scotland #visitscotland #scottishhighlands #versusarthritis #etapelochness
🌻🛸🛸🛸🎀KEeP MoViNg °`•°~•♡ #mondayvibes #positivemindset #jungle #arthritisawareness #versusarthritis #youdontlookdisabled #dynamicdisabilty #babeswithmobilityaids #neowalksticks #crazycatlady #gratitude #joy #arty #colourpop #mondaymotivation
Today I helped with a triathlon type of event and completely underestimated how much standing still seizes me up! I ran 5k as a tail runner, had a little asthma issue (not actual joint pain for once), so ended up running on my own. I blooming loved the run as it was a beautiful location! However I can’t get over how much standing still hurts and tires me out! Gotta keep moving, never stop moving! #versusarthritis #psoriaticarthritis #loverunning
❤️ HONEST POST UPDATE! Can I just say, I was blown away by all the comments and messages etc from my last post. I was in tears reading them out to Matt and I can’t put into words how much it has encouraged me. I post on Instagram (only visit Facebook occasionally!) but I did see all of your support and can only say thank you ❤️ Well it’s been just over 5 weeks into my 3 month collar journey and to be honest, it’s not been that bad! It has had multiple uses…. serves as a bib! Hides my swollen steroid neck! Keeps me a little warmer! The last few weeks have been a bit rough though with some really bad flare ups in my hands, elbows and shoulders which has actually made things interesting with the collar! Simple things we take for granted like scratching your head, putting on makeup, picking your nose and Matt has some new found talents including washing and straightening my hair! My fat swollen fingers have made it a little harder to paint and write and there have been some low points but mainly frustration!!! I desperately want to do things around the house, I want to go into work more, I really miss going out! However, I can still move my arms and legs, I still have the privilege to do what I love and I have so much to be thankful for. Don’t get me wrong, it is really hard facing this every day and I don’t make light of it and for anyone battling autoimmune diseases or anything else but, I have to look for the positive and keep believing. I can honestly say #itiswellwithmysoul Thank you again for all of your support and prayers. Please let me know if I can pray for you in any way Beth ❤️ P.S…I am currently posting this to both of my pages but please feel free to follow me on @itsanoopsydaisieskindaday . . . . #arthritis #arthritissucks #arthritisawareness #versusarthritis #prayerworks #keepfighting #staypositive #itsanoopsydaisieskindaday #oopsydaisies