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

Ankle Modifications for Happy Joints

Some of the most commonly practiced and beloved yoga poses put a lot of weight on, and take a lot of flexibility from, the ankles joints. It is important to maintain healthy ankles since they allow us to maintain and build strength and prevent future injuries caused by lack of strength or range of motion throughout the entire lower body. This article will offer some ways to maintain and gain range of motion that are low-impact and, thus less stressful for sensitive, tight or injured joints.

Practical ArticlesSierra WagnerJune 24, 2021ankles, modifications, Yoga Therapy, warrior one, childs pose, hero's pose, injury, inflammation, pain