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About Dr. Maggie

Dr. Maggie is a board-certified Rheumatologist, making her an expert on all things joint-related. Her education has resulted in a personal passion for treating your body and joints right in everything from food to workouts. In an effort to help others treat themselves better, she shares her knowledge and advice here, on her blog.

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Rheumatology 101

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“Create a life that feels good on the inside jus “Create a life that feels good on the inside just not one that looks great on the outside.” - unknown In today’s world especially with social media, it is so easy to think that the next person’s life looks better than your life. There are so many of us who compare where we are in our path to someone else’s situation. I have found that it does take effort and constant reminder to remember that if is ok to embrace where you are in your journey. It may not be where you want to be but there are always days ahead where you can try again and create the kind of life that you want for yourself. It takes time. It takes patience. It takes making mistakes. It takes putting one foot in front of the other. There will be good days and bad times. There are periods where you are motivated and other times when you feel pure exhaustion. Remember to be true to yourself. Remember to give yourself credit for the things you have done. It is ok that things are not perfect. If is ok to want more. It is ok to not always have it together. Embrace how you feel. Check in with yourself to make sure you are feeling good on the inside. Keep going. Hugs, Dr. Maggie #drmaggiecadet
There have been several studies that have reported There have been several studies that have reported the association between #obesity and several #autoimmunediseases such as #rheumatoidarthritis, #systemiclupus, #psoriasis , #psoriaticarthritis and #inflammatoryboweldisease. #Obesity has also been linked to #DiabetesType1 Fat tissue has been found to produce "adipokines" like leptin and adiponectin or other signaling molecules that are involved with the immune and inflammatory response. The increased secretion of adipokines can lead to chronic low grade inflammation. Obesity has also been linked to #osteoarthritis, a disorder of cartilage breakdown or degeneration. 🏃🏽‍♀️Often patients are resistant to increased #physicalactivity because they feel that exercise may worsen the joint pain however studies show that participation in mild to moderate exercise can improve joint pain, function and flexibility. 🏃🏽‍♀️It may be difficult for an individual to achieve 10,000 steps a day or 30 minutes of exercise at one time given a high #BMI so it is important for #healthcarepractitioners to be patient and empathetic and provide some reasonable suggestions to kick off a program. Possibly suggest- ▪️Setting realistic goals by starting off by walking for 15-20 minutes first and slowly building up every week or 2 weeks ▪️Doing exercise with a buddy, partner or coach may help provide more #motivation ▪️Try #flexibility exercises like yoga 🧘‍♀️ or using bands TRX apparatus may help with #weightloss ▪️Swimming 🏊🏼‍♀️ and cycling 🚴‍♀️ are alternatives to high impact sports. ▪️It is always a great reminder to call and check in with that individual by phone, text, virtually to applaud the long term efforts and commitment. ▪️Try using a #fitbit or app on a smartphone to track daily activity Reduce your #disease risk! Thank you @rajohnson2006 for the motivation! Get moving, Dr. Maggie #drmaggiecadet
#COVID is still here! 👩🏽‍⚕️This past #COVID is still here! 👩🏽‍⚕️This past week I found out that two young individuals who were unvaccinated ended up being hospitalized with COVID and treated. There was #vaccine 💉 hesitancy because of mistrust in science 🧬 and research studies from the past that had harmful effects on minority populations. Despite having conversations with multiple family members and friends in the #healthcare field, the hesitation was still there unfortunately. Both people became very ill. Both wished now they had gotten vaccinated. Yesterday the world lost Gen. Colin Powell to COVID complications while battling multiple #myeloma. ▪️It is important to remember that some individuals with conditions that compromise the immune system like organ transplants, autoimmune diseases like #lupus, #RA and #cancers that affect the blood, #bonemarrow and lymph nodes, as well as solid tumors may have lower levels of antibody response to the vaccines. #Cancer patients receiving radiation and individuals taking immunosuppressants such as mycophenolate (Cellcept) and anti CD20 monoclonal antibodies (Rituximab) may be less likely to have a robust antibody response after receiving the vaccine. ▪️There are research studies still being conducted to examine this phenomenon. For patients who have these disorders and are on medications that lower the immune response, please speak to your physician 👩🏽‍⚕️ about receiving a booster and discuss the timing of receiving treatment. ▪️Go to www.rheumatology.org for more information on medication guidelines for #autoimmunedisease patients and the vaccine. 👩🏽‍⚕️CONTINUE TO MASK 😷 UP when you can't socially distance or are indoors with individuals whose vaccination status is unknown or in large crowds. 👩🏽‍⚕️DISCUSS #VACCINATION with a provider if you have not already received the first 2 shots. 👩🏽‍⚕️STAY VIGILANT with updated data from scientific organizations. 🦠COVID has caused almost 5 million deaths worldwide so far. It is still here. Protect our children. Protect your loved ones. Protect those around you. Stay safe, Dr. Maggie #drmaggiecadet
#Walktoendlupusnow Today is the virtual Walk to E #Walktoendlupusnow Today is the virtual Walk to End Lupus now sponsored by #lupusfoundationofamerica 💜The Lupus Foundation estimates that there are approximately 5 million of people living with this autoimmune disease worldwide. 💜This disease usually affect women between the ages of 15-44 but men and children can also affected. 💜It can cause debilitating fatigue as well as affect any organ system in the body including the heart, skin, kidneys, lungs, brain and blood. 💜Immunosuppressants are used to treat this disease but there is no cure! Thank you for Warriors like @natashaalford, @lupuschick, @mayaharris, @selenagomez and ALL the individuals out there advocating for research to find a cure. 🙏🏽Thank you for your vulnerability, your voice and advocacy. Individuals with #lupus CAN lead productive lives! I support you! You are not invisible! I walk with you!💜 With love, Dr. Maggie🦋 #drmaggiecadet
#Lifelessons I was talking with my child this morn #Lifelessons I was talking with my child this morning and I stressed that the thing in this world that matters to me the most is what kind of person she chooses to be, how she treats others and what kind of example she sets for those looking up to her. I’ve said this before but my mantra is: Choose LOVE ❤️ Choose KINDNESS. Choose EMPATHY. Choose HUMANITY.🫂 I hope we can all do the same. With love, Dr. Maggie #drmaggiecadet
October 12 was #WorldArthritisDay 👩🏽‍⚕️According to the #CDC , about 1 in 4 adults or about 58.5 million people have a physician diagnosis of arthritis. 👩🏽‍⚕️About 43.5 % of these people with a diagnosis of arthritis have limitations in their activities due to this debilitating condition. Children are living with #arthritis as well. ▪️I have witnessed first hand on a daily basis the substantial impacts arthritis can have on an individual's function. I have seen young and middle aged individuals not being able to walk, tie the laces on a shoe, hold a pen, type on a keyboard, hold their child or simply sit in a chair to watch a TV show or movie due to constant pain , stiffness and #swollenjoints. ▪️I have had friends, loved ones and patients tell me with frustration that I can't possibly fathom how painful arthritis can be and they are right. I don't know what it is like to live in pain 24 hours a day or not be able to simply engage in physical activity or exercise due to the severe limitations that exist for these individuals. #Depression, withdrawal from loved ones, resistance to engage in social activities also often accompany the #chronicpain and stiffness. #Iseeyou. The world sees you. If you think you might have arthritis, please seek help from a #rheumatologist or another physician and get diagnosed and start treatment. It may take time to find the right #therapy, but please be patient and hold on. Some types of arthritis can not only lead to joint damage but also organ involvement. Your emotional well being may be affected. You will need support. Seek out resources from the @arthritisfoundation, @creakyjoints, @acrheum, and @rheumatologyresearchfoundation I am with you on this journey to help. Sending love and support, Dr. Maggie #drmaggiecadet

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