Living With Arthritis: The Science and Soul of Staying Strong

Arthritis is not just one condition but a constellation of more than a hundred related disorders that share a common theme: inflammation and degeneration of the joints. For many, arthritis unfolds gradually. It often begans as a subtle whisper — stiffness in the mornings, minor swelling after activity, a lingering ache in injured areas. For me, it was a loud shouting – starting at the age of 29 years old I had multiple broken bones and injuries, that produced lastly effects. When I fractured my ankle at 35 years old, arthritis settled into that joint with startling force.

Practical ArticlesSierra WagnerOctober 22, 2025arthritis, inflammation, cortisol, strength, science, meditation, stress

Wrist Modifications for Happy Joints

Some of the most commonly practiced and beloved yoga poses put a lot of weight on the wrists, which can be a great way to maintain and build upper body strength and even prevent future injuries caused by lack of strength or range of motion. For many people hand balances, or even less strenuous poses like Downward-Facing Dog or Upward-Facing Dog pose, can be a problem if they are experiencing an injury or arthritis that is causing pain or a limited range of motion.

Practical ArticlesSierra WagnerMay 26, 2021wrists, yoga therapy, modifications, stress hormones, cortisol, downward-facing dog, cobra, upward-facing dog, props