Chiropractic medicine is more than just spinal adjustments—it’s a holistic approach that recognizes the deep connections between your spine, nervous system, and whole-body wellness. In this blog, Dr. Isabelle Amigues explores how chiropractic care can improve not only pain and mobility, but also digestion, mood, and even emotional health. Discover real patient stories, practical insights, and why true healing means addressing both the body and mind.

Pain is a universal experience, but chronic pain is often misunderstood. While acute pain alerts us to injury, chronic pain is like an alarm that won’t turn off—even after the original problem has healed. Over time, the nervous system can become hypersensitive, causing everyday sensations to feel painful. The good news? The brain is adaptable. With simple, evidence-based techniques and a personalized plan, it’s possible to retrain the brain and reclaim control over pain—one d

Not all joint pain is created equal. From osteoarthritis to inflammatory and crystal arthritis, understanding the unique patterns behind your symptoms is key to finding real relief. In this post, Dr. Isabelle Amigues explains how to spot the differences between common arthritis types—and why the right diagnosis matters for your long-term joint health.

When living with chronic illness or autoimmune disease, true healing often starts in the mind. Shifting your mindset can open new doors to remission, self-compassion, and lasting wellness—beyond just medications and lab results.

Back pain might be more than just discomfort—it could signal an autoimmune condition like spondyloarthritis. Learn the key signs, why early diagnosis matters, and when to see a rheumatologist.

Learn why remission—not a cure—is the key goal in autoimmune and rheumatologic diseases. Discover what remission means, how it improves quality of life, and why early, strong treatment is critical to stopping inflammation and protecting long-term health.

On a recent podcast, Dr. Amigues and Dr. Michael Benoit discussed how lifestyle changes—exercise, diet, and sleep—are key to optimizing longevity. Dr. Benoit emphasized that while medications matter, these habits are the foundation for extending lifespan and improving health span—the years we live vibrant and disease-free.

Discover practical strategies to reduce the cost of rheumatology medications without compromising on care. Learn how tools like GoodRx, patient assistance programs, and biosimilars can help lower expenses, while maximizing insurance benefits. At UnabridgedMD, we prioritize personalized, holistic care to help patients achieve remission and live their best lives.

Let’s discuss something that affects nearly every aspect of health—sleep—and its connection to autoimmune disorders. This topic is both exciting and deeply personal because sleep plays a crucial role in how the body heals and functions, particularly when managing chronic inflammation.

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At UnabridgedMD, my goal is to empower patients through education. I want you to truly understand what’s happening in your body so you...

In this blog, we highlight a podcast conversation where Dr. Amigues is joined by Dr. Dana Gibbs, where she explains the link between...

Today we’re diving into an important topic that affects many patients: What happens when you feel that you have an autoimmune or...

If you’ve recently been told that your ANA test came back positive, you might be feeling a little anxious or overwhelmed. At...

Aging is an inevitable part of life, yet the way we experience it can vary dramatically. Dementia and Alzheimer's disease are conditions...

3 Things I Wish Every Patient with Gout Knew (and How to Manage It) Gout can be a challenging condition, but understanding the facts and...

Happy Gout Awareness month here at UnabridgedMD in Rheumatology! As rheumatologists, one of the most common inflammatory arthritis...