I'm new and wanted to introduce myself. Even after just a few minutes browsing you all have helped me quite a bit. My name is Mary and I have had PA for 13 years, AS for 5. Am currently in the worst flare for a long time, despite Enbrel and MTX. I am a minister, and this is no time for me to be laid up. Spent most of the day in bed. I loved the heat/ice discussion. I find ice best for feet and ankles, but heat for back and neck.
Looking forward to meeting you and welcome any inquiries. I am definitely of the "use it or lose it" mentality, so this enforced bed time is hard to take. My doc insisted, though, for at least a day or so. Any helpful pointers? I keep getting up to stretch and try to gently move everything so it won't stiffen up. Blessings to all, and a pain-free week-end.
MaryD
