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The Power of Words in Healing: How Language Shapes Your Health Journey
The words we choose in conversations about health aren’t just background noise—they can shape our healing journey. Research in rheumatology shows that hope, empowerment, and mindful language improve stress, pain, and even treatment outcomes. Learn how reframing your inner dialogue and advocating for empowering conversations can make a real difference in your path to healing.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Nov 62 min read
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The Power of Mindset: What the Counterclockwise Study Teaches Us About Healing Chronic Illness
At UnabridgedMD, we explore the powerful connection between mindset and healing. Inspired by the famous Counterclockwise Study, this blog reveals how shifting your perspective can support remission and improve outcomes for chronic and rheumatologic conditions—reminding us that healing is about more than just medicine.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Nov 43 min read
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How Meditation Calms the Body, Mind, and Inflammation
Meditation is more than a relaxation technique—it’s a science-backed practice that can ease inflammation, reduce stress, and support healing for those living with chronic illnesses like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. Explore the latest research, the link between meditation and immune health, and practical tips to start your own mind-body healing journey.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Oct 243 min read
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A New Hope for Rheumatoid Arthritis: Vagus Nerve Stimulation
A new FDA-approved device offers hope for people with rheumatoid arthritis: vagus nerve stimulation. This blog explores how this breakthrough therapy helps reduce inflammation and pain by harnessing the body’s natural healing pathways—providing an exciting new option for those seeking holistic relief when traditional treatments fall short.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Aug 203 min read
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Understanding Chronic Pain—and How to Heal
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

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Jun 32 min read
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Understanding Remission in Autoimmune and Rheumatologic Diseases
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.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
May 63 min read
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What Is Rheumatology?Â
Rheumatology is the science of inflammation. While there are many ways to define this field, at its core, rheumatology focuses on...

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Apr 83 min read
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The Power of Hope in Rheumatology: Stories of Transformation
In my Rheumatology practice, my goal is to help my patients have hope while we aim to reach full remission . Many patients come to my...
Andrea Bebee
Dec 11, 20243 min read
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Managing Arthritis Flares: What to Do and What to Expect
Flares are common for individuals living with rheumatologic conditions like gout, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, or...

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Nov 26, 20243 min read
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Understanding Biologics
Biologics have transformed rheumatology , offering targeted treatments that revolutionize the management of autoimmune diseases like...

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Sep 10, 20242 min read
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