CMT and Me – a Column by Jill Price

October 7, 2019October 3, 2019

I’m Learning to Accept the Benefits of My Mobility Aids

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I recently read an article in the Virginia Journal of Education that made me think about my feelings toward my mobility aids. The author, Kelly Hickok, is a wheelchair ... Read more

September 30, 2019September 26, 2019

Chronic Illness Makes Self-care Essential

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I’ve been seeing a lot of articles on the importance of self-care. Self-care involves looking after your mental, physical, and emotional health. Self-care is not a new concept, but ... Read more

September 23, 2019September 19, 2019

There’s More to Me Than CMT

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September is Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) Awareness Month, a great time to bring attention to this little-known disease. I have CMT1A and wear ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs). Many of my family members suffer ... Read more

September 16, 2019September 12, 2019

Can Magnesium Help My CMT Symptoms?

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Apparently, magnesium is the latest miracle substance. It can supposedly help with many different ailments, from muscle pain to anxiety and sleeplessness. This makes me wonder whether it can ... Read more

September 9, 2019September 5, 2019

CMT Awareness Month Is an Opportunity to Share and Educate

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September is CMT Awareness Month in the United States — a dedicated time to share and educate others about Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT). CMT is one of the most commonly inherited ... Read more

August 26, 2019August 22, 2019

Back-to-school Tips and Tricks

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I love fall and the start of the new school year. It’s when I return to teaching and readjust to a routine of work, school, and activities. But summer’s ... Read more

August 19, 2019August 15, 2019

Facing Off Against Social Media Anxiety

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For the first time, I posted a picture of me with my cane and braces on social media. And guess what? No one even noticed. This is a big ... Read more

August 12, 2019August 8, 2019

My Favorite Fashion Bloggers for Readers with Disabilities

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I am not fashion-savvy and don’t really follow the latest trends. However, I enjoy scrolling through Instagram to see the latest fashion blogs. I love to look at the ... Read more

August 5, 2019August 1, 2019

Is There a Connection Between Joint Pain and the Weather?

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It’s going to rain today! I can tell because the pain in my joints tells me. Does your body hurt when the weather changes? Can you feel that it ... Read more

July 29, 2019July 24, 2019

I’m Learning to Deal with Comments About My AFOs

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“Are those rattlesnake protectors?” I am getting used to the stares and comments about my ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs), but this one kind of threw me for a loop. I ... Read more

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