Coping Strategies

Breastfeeding Issues for Raynaud’s Sufferers

When you think about Raynaud's attacks in the extremities, you don't necessarily think about breasts, but we continue to hear from Raynaud's sufferers who are having problems with breastfeeding.  We've posted information in the past on the subject, but recently found two more articles and wanted to bring them to the attention of fellow Frosties

2019-03-31T00:49:45-04:00July 20th, 2015|Coping Strategies|Comments Off on Breastfeeding Issues for Raynaud’s Sufferers

Useful Infographic on Lupus

This infographic and the accompanying content provides some useful information to lupus sufferers and those looking to learn more about the symptoms of the disorder.  

2015-06-30T14:54:37-04:00June 30th, 2015|Coping Strategies|Comments Off on Useful Infographic on Lupus

Video on Alternative Treatment Options for Raynaud’s

This video defines Raynaud's and provides some useful information on alternative treatment options for the condition. There's no magic mushroom, but basics such as ginger, Cayenne pepper, chili peppers and Niacin (vitamin B3) may help dilate the blood vessels and boost circulation. Also self-help techniques, such as biofeedback, Thi Chi, yoga and other mind-body techniques

2015-07-27T22:05:59-04:00June 25th, 2015|Coping Strategies|Comments Off on Video on Alternative Treatment Options for Raynaud’s

Advice to Nurses on Treating Raynaud’s

We were happy to see an article in a UK nursing magazine, Nursing in Practice, with advice on diagnosing and treating Raynaud's phenomenon.   More knowledgeable medical professionals will result in better treatment for Frosties across the globe. The article contains a good overview of the condition, including: The history of Raynaud's discovery in 1862 by

2015-10-12T16:40:54-04:00June 7th, 2015|Coping Strategies, Diagnosing Raynaud's, In The News|Comments Off on Advice to Nurses on Treating Raynaud’s
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