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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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The Power of Mindset in Healing: How Your Thoughts Shape Your Path to Remission
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.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
May 213 min read
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When Back Pain Isn't Just Back Pain: Could It Be a Sign of Something More?
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.

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
May 143 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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Understanding Lupus Treatment with Stories of Hope and Progress
In our previous blogs, we dove into understanding what lupus is and how it is diagnosed. Today, we are going to talk about managing lupus...

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Apr 9, 20243 min read
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Sjögren's Syndrome Part 3: Treatment Approaches
If you've been following along, you're likely gaining a deeper understanding of this complex autoimmune condition that affects millions...

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Mar 20, 20243 min read
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Understanding Sjögren Syndrome: A Comprehensive Guide
In this blog we will start looking into the world of Sjogren syndrome, shedding light on its complexities and manifestations....

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Mar 6, 20242 min read
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The Anti-inflammatory Effects of GLP-1 Agonists
I am thrilled to delve into a topic that's been making waves in the medical community: The potential anti-inflammatory effects of GLP-1...

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Feb 13, 20242 min read
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Unlocking the Basics of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Today we will be delving into the intricate world of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a prevalent autoimmune disorder that deserves our...

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Feb 8, 20242 min read
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Exploring the Connection Between Rheumatologic Conditions and Autoimmune Thyroid Disorders" Part 2
Welcome to Part 2 of the Hashimoto's disease blog, written by Dr. Dana Gibbs, expert on all things thyroid! Can We Cure Hashimoto’s...

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Jan 23, 20247 min read
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Exploring the Connection Between Rheumatologic Conditions & Autoimmune Thyroid Disorders
We are very excited to begin sharing this 2 part blog series with you. This series comes from Dr. Dana Gibbs, a specialist in all things...

Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Jan 18, 20246 min read
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Understanding the Link Between COVID-19 and Rheumatologic Disorders
Introduction: In this blog, we're going to talk about a topic that's frequently brought up – the relationship between rheumatology and...
Isabelle Amigues
Oct 30, 20233 min read
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Understanding Gout: focus on preventing gout “attacks”
In this blog. We dove into the world of gout, and particularly how to prevent a flare or “gout attack”. What Is Gout? Gout is a painful...
Isabelle Amigues
Oct 12, 20233 min read
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How do rheumatologists think when it comes to the management of your Lupus and what you should know?
Introduction: In this blog we will explore the management of lupus, shedding light on both lifestyle strategies and medications that can...
Isabelle Amigues
Sep 21, 20234 min read
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