Something rather extraordinary happened last month. A new medical journal article was published, on Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Because it’s a rare disease, often still referred to by one of its previous names – Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) – it’s uncommon to see an article about Read More …
The word ‘pain’ is all around me, every day, and I just noticed it. It’s on billboards and in flyers, in grocery stores, newspapers, and restaurants. It even shows up on the side of city buses! Not because of advertising for pain medications, or raising Read More …
It’s done. Earlier today I finally submitted a Service Quality and Complaints Commission Dissatisfaction Form, to the hospital where the diagnosis of my disease was delayed by almost three months. Why was it delayed? Because – in my view – a specialist physician ignored its signs Read More …
For 25 years now, my husband and I have had a Friday evening tradition. Nothing as exciting as going to a movie or a concert, or even going out for supper. When we get home from work on Fridays, we have a quick supper and Read More …
I’m slowly admitting to myself that it may be a very long time before I’m able to do certain things with my right hand again, even though I’m right-handed. Or that I may never be able to return to doing some of my favourite activities. Read More …
This month I’m a Team Captain for a 4-week workplace fitness challenge. I’m working in bioethics (medical ethics), at a global company, and this team-based lifestyle contest is open even to contract employees. There are small prizes up for grabs, like t-shirts and gym bags, Read More …
