Blogs

Arthritis Ireland’s bi-monthly blog, Mindful Mondays, is written by Arthritis Ireland Health Information Officer, Maebh Coyle. We understand that living with arthritis can be challenging. Our goal is to provide interesting and relevant information, allowing people to lead a full and active life across the full journey of their disease.

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8 Ways to Stay Active this Winter

10 Strategies for Parenting when Living with Arthritis

Advocating for yourself at healthcare appointments

Enjoying the Health Benefits of a Mediterranean-style Diet

Managing Photosensitivity with Arthritis

Navigating workplace disclosure with an invisible illness

Strategies to boost your relationship when living with a chronic condition

Getting assistance when travelling abroad

Time to take Gout seriously

Reaping the Benefits of Gardening while Living with Arthritis

Taking Care of your Joints at Home

How Could Pilates Potentially Improve my Symptoms & Quality of Life?

6 hacks to beat the afternoon slump

8 Steps to Start Taking Back Control for a Better Outcome

CBT skills to help bolster your mental health

9 Top Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep

Inspiring Stories: Training for a Marathon with Arthritis

Questions to Consider when Contemplating Surgery

Why Less is More…5 Benefits of Drinking Less this Christmas

5 Easy Ways to Reduce the Amount you Drink this Christmas

sELF Care this Christmas: 8 Top Tips

6 Healthy (& Easy) Snacks to Have on Hand over Christmas

Time to Find a New Hobby or Passion to Love

Beating isolation with a chronic illness

8 Ways to Stay Active this Winter
Celebrate International Day of Charity with Arthritis Ireland

Join us on this International Day of Charity.
Striking Gold in Discovering Arthritis Ireland
10 Strategies for Parenting when Living with Arthritis

Stop the Pain. Start the Cure.

How to leave a legacy or gift in your will to Arthritis Ireland
Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common of all types of arthritis. It usually develops gradually, over several years, and affects a number of different joints. The cause is unknown, but it does appear more in females than males.
Rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a very common type of inflammatory disease. The body’s natural defences (the immune system) attacks certain parts of the body instead of protecting it. This auto-immune reaction occurs mainly in the joints, but can affect vital organs too.
Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia is a syndrome associated with widespread pain and fatigue. There are no outward signs of the condition but fibromyalgia symptoms include severe pain, fatigue and stiffness.
Amitriptyline

Amitriptyline (Amitriptyline Hydrochloride, Astilin) belongs to a group of drugs called tricyclic antidepressants. Although they are still used to treat anxiety and depression, they are also now widely used at lower doses to help block the chronic (long-term) pain of some rheumatic conditions.
Newly diagnosed

Being diagnosed with any type of arthritis can be a scary and confusing time for people. You will most likely have many questions about your condition and how it will affect you.
Job opportunities
Psoriatic arthritis

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is an autoimmune disease - a form of inflammatory arthritis that can cause pain, swelling and sometimes damage to any joint in the body.
Inflammation Nation Podcast - Season 2
Gout

Gout is a very painful form of arthritis. It is a long term, chronic condition that, if not properly managed, can affect you for your whole life.

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