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Exercises

Yoga, Stress Relief, and Lupus

Exercises

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction & Chronic Pain

Many Lupus Warriors are familiar with chronic pain -- the kind that lasts for...

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Good Exercises for Lupus Warriors

Exercise is vital for people with lupus – but many workouts that...

Day-to-Day Living

Lupus Recordkeeping: Tips, Tricks, and More

Keeping records is vital for people with lupus and it can identify triggers. Here are some tips, tricks, and pitfalls you will encounter along the way! Keeping track of what is and isn't working is a crucial part of treating lupus. But, simply remembering symptoms isn't...

Day-to-Day Living

Physical Inactivity, Depression, and Lupus

People with lupus are both more likely to develop depression, and more likely to not live active lifestyles. The two are more deeply connected than many people realize. Depression and problems with keeping up physical activity are issues that many people with lupus face. Unfortunately,...

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Painkillers, Pain Management, and Lupus

Pain is an unfortunate part of lupus, and one of its most debilitating symptoms. Painkillers are a broad category of medications that can help reduce pain. Let's take a closer look. What Are Pain Medications? Pain medications are medicines that relieve aches and pains. Each...

Day-to-Day Living

Obesity, Weight Issues, & Lupus Symptoms

Between medication side effects and the challenges of life with lupus, it can be difficult to maintain a healthy weight. Battling a lupus flare? The steroids often used to battle lupus can cause people to gain weight. And, even when not flaring, symptoms such as arthritic joints, fatigue, and pain...

Day-to-Day Living

Massage Therapy for Lupus & Fibromyalgia

While the name "massage therapy" is relatively new, the healing power of touch has been used for thousands of years. In fact, there are references to massage therapy in ancient writings from India, Egypt, Japan, China, & Mesopotamia. Perhaps the earliest depiction of massage comes from the Tomb of Akmanthor ("The...