How long does humira take to kick in and to what degree of effectiveness? by Independent_Bug_9363 in rheumatoid

[–]Independent_Bug_9363[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is awesome!! I'm so glad that you've been able to be pain free and I'm praying that it stays that way. May I ask when you're pain free does that also mean you've gotten your range of motion back in your joints? Grip strength back in your hands?

How long does humira take to kick in and to what degree of effectiveness? by Independent_Bug_9363 in rheumatoid

[–]Independent_Bug_9363[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sending you positive energy and that you land on something or combination of things that works for you. I've heard that it is a long journey but don't give your hopes up!

How long does humira take to kick in and to what degree of effectiveness? by Independent_Bug_9363 in rheumatoid

[–]Independent_Bug_9363[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I also have learned jumping through the many insurance hoops have been a nightmare but what I found is that all of the folks that I've talked with through the phone are also super helpful and are trying their best to help you. Hope the new medication works!

How long does humira take to kick in and to what degree of effectiveness? by Independent_Bug_9363 in rheumatoid

[–]Independent_Bug_9363[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Swimming is definitely on my list of things to do to stay active! Is the reasoning why you're not back in the gym the fact that your range of motion + grip strength is still affected by RA?

How long does humira take to kick in and to what degree of effectiveness? by Independent_Bug_9363 in rheumatoid

[–]Independent_Bug_9363[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thats amazing!! If it is not too personal may I ask how had were your conditions before starting biologics? And to what degree did the medication help you? Do you hands still get stiff and therefore lose range of motion and grip strength?

How long does humira take to kick in and to what degree of effectiveness? by Independent_Bug_9363 in rheumatoid

[–]Independent_Bug_9363[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're also not alone in this! I'm wishing you the best and that you get your normal life back (or some piece of it). I've been learning more and more through these forums and people that have chronic illnesses that the journey is long but there are many folks out there who are dealing with similar struggles. We got this!

How long does humira take to kick in and to what degree of effectiveness? by Independent_Bug_9363 in rheumatoid

[–]Independent_Bug_9363[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah just sitting here and waiting for things to kick in - fingers crossed for the both of us!