Arthritis Life podcast

Arthritis Life

Arthritis life features real patient stories, expert advice, life hacks and more to help you feel more empowered and less alone. Host Cheryl Crow shares her insights from both as a rheumatoid arthritis patient for over twenty years and as an occupational therapist, a health profession that focuses on empowering people with health challenges to function in their daily lives. This podcast also includes reflections on how you can have the best quality of life possible despite chronic pain, anxiety and other challenging parts of chronic illness. My goal is to help you manage REAL life with arthritis, beyond joint pain. Let's get started!

Arthritis life features real patient stories, expert advice, life hacks and more to help you feel more empowered and less alone. Host Cheryl Crow shares her insights from both as a rheumatoid arthritis patient for over twenty years and as an occupational therapist, a health profession that focuses on empowering people with health challenges to function in their daily lives. This podcast also includes reflections on how you can have the best quality of life possible despite chronic pain, anxiety and other challenging parts of chronic illness. My goal is to help you manage REAL life with arthritis, beyond joint pain. Let's get started!

 

#199

Running with Bionic Hips: Carrie Bradshaw's Marathon Milestone

Cheryl and Carrie discuss Carrie's diagnosis of hip dysplasia which led to osteoarthritis,... more

11 Dec 2025

55 MINS

55:43

11 Dec 2025


#198

Rheumer Has It: The Science of Exercise & RA

Together, they break down common myths about fragility, rest, and “wear and tear,” while e... more

04 Dec 2025

25 MINS

25:35

04 Dec 2025


#197

Developing Resilience With Axial Spondyloarthritis: Cayla’s Story

 She explains the key role nurse practitioners play in rheumatology and highlights the lif... more

26 Nov 2025

1 HR 08 MINS

1:08:40

26 Nov 2025


#196

Rheumer Has It: Our Most Exciting Takeaways from the ACR 2025 Rheumatology Conference

They also reflect on new insights into mental health, cognitive dysfunction, and  the impo... more

20 Nov 2025

33 MINS

33:08

20 Nov 2025


#195

Helen’s “Gloriously Imperfect” Journey with Arthritis

They share words of wisdom for individuals newly diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, emph... more

13 Nov 2025

58 MINS

58:50

13 Nov 2025


#194

Patient Voices: Reflections from Rheum Champions

They discuss how they became Rheum Champions, their personal journeys with conditions like... more

06 Nov 2025

34 MINS

34:28

06 Nov 2025


#193

Finding my Purpose while Living with Osteonecrosis and Osteoarthritis: Deb Andio’s Story

Beyond her personal battle, Deb has established a global support group for those with oste... more

30 Oct 2025

50 MINS

50:43

30 Oct 2025


#192

Rheumer Has It: Vaccines and Rheumatic Disease, with Dr Cuoghi Edens

Dr. Edens debunks common misconceptions, such as vaccines causing autoimmune diseases or a... more

23 Oct 2025

25 MINS

25:39

23 Oct 2025


#191

Autoimmune Nutrition Made Easier: Practical Tips from Dr. Saimun Singla

Together, they unpack common myths surrounding food and autoimmune conditions and share pr... more

16 Oct 2025

52 MINS

52:16

16 Oct 2025


#190

Rheumer Has It: How to Spot Misinformation Online

They share examples of how misinformation can lead to physical harm, wasted money, and del... more

09 Oct 2025

28 MINS

28:38

09 Oct 2025


#189

“Make It Count:" Dani’s Journey With Severe RA, Acceptance, and Strength

Cheryl and Dani dig into the diagnosis saga, evolving RA treatments, the role of acceptanc... more

02 Oct 2025

59 MINS

59:56

02 Oct 2025


#188

Remission Myths and Misconceptions, with Dr. Loreto Carmona

On this special episode* of 'Rheumer has It', hosts Eileen and Cheryl are joined by renown... more

23 Sep 2025

19 MINS

19:03

23 Sep 2025


#187

“It’s a Moving Target:” From Athlete to ER Nurse to Life with RA, Emily’s Story

On this episode, Emily and Cheryl discuss how they've come to terms with the fluctuating, ... more

18 Sep 2025

1 HR 38 MINS

1:38:44

18 Sep 2025


#186

Finding Strength after JIA and Macrophage Activation Syndrome: Zac’s Story of Tenacity

Diagnosed at just 15, Zac opens up about the difficult shift from being an active athlete ... more

11 Sep 2025

59 MINS

59:22

11 Sep 2025


#185

Finding Joy and Purpose: Cheryl’s Rheumatoid Arthritis Story

Cheryl shares her powerful journey of being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) at ju... more

04 Sep 2025

45 MINS

45:35

04 Sep 2025


#184

Mindful Social Media and Chronic Illness: Gittel and Cheryl's Journeys

Cheryl and Gittel explore the importance of being mindful with our social media use. While... more

28 Aug 2025

1 HR 21 MINS

1:21:17

28 Aug 2025


#183

Rheumer Has It: Axial Spondyloarthritis Myths v. Facts with Dr. Jean Liew

Dr. Liew  shares her personal journey to becoming a rheumatologist inspired by a friend's ... more

21 Aug 2025

17 MINS

17:17

21 Aug 2025


#182

From Frustration to Inspiration: Melissa’s Journey of Self-Advocacy, Diagnostic Purgatory and Life w...

Cheryl and Melissa discuss her experiences in the healthcare system, driven by frustration... more

14 Aug 2025

1 HR 10 MINS

1:10:08

14 Aug 2025


#181

Rheumer Has It: Separating Myth from Reality for Nutrition and Rheumatic Disease

Drawing from personal experiences and expert insights, they dispel common myths such as th... more

07 Aug 2025

24 MINS

24:48

07 Aug 2025