I went and saw my Rheumatologist on Monday. My mobility was reassessed, and although my lateral range of motion has improved over the years, my forward range of motion has worsened. I suspected this was the case because it's been getting harder to don my socks and shoes bending forward. I've also been awoken by lower back pain every night. My Rheumatologist recommended trying Humira to see if my AS is more responsive to that medication.
Within two days, a Registered Nurse Case Manager responsible for my Rheumatologist's Humira's patients, contacted me at home, explained her role and what to expect: a call from a Reimbursement Specialist, a welcome kit in the mail that includes a sharps container, and to be connected with their pharmacy who will deliver Humira to either my home or workplace. I felt reassured to know that I had a local Case Manager whom I could contact with any questions or issues. Anyone who contacted me regarding my experience with Enbrel was always from the United States. I am uncertain of Humira's cost, but my Case Manager indicated that it was comparable to Enbrel.
This blog chronicles my experience with Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS), my self-management via physical activity (primarily running, tennis, and CrossFit), and the synthesis of AS-focused research.
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November 07, 2008
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Racing Accomplishments
- 2002 Nov--Run For Life 10K
- 2002 Oct--Canadian International Marathon 5K
- 2002 Sept--Community Power Challenge 5K
- 2003 Oct--Canadian International Marathon 21.1K
- 2003 Sept--Longboat Toronto Island 10K
- 2004 May--Ottawa National Capital Race 21.1K
- 2004 Oct--Toronto International Marathon 21.1K
- 2004 Sept--Scotiabank Waterfront Marathon 21.1K
- 2006 April--London Spring Run Off 10K
- 2006 Aug--Midsummer's Night Run 15K
- 2006 Dec--Honolulu Marathon 42.2K
- 2006 July--5 Peaks Durham Regional Forest 5K
- 2006 June--Race the Lake 10K
- 2006 Oct--Vulture Bait Ultra Trail 10K
- 2006 Sept--Scotiabank Waterfront Marathon 21.1K
- 2007 March--Around the Bay 30K
- 2007 April--Harry's Spring Run Off 8K
- 2007 May--SportingLife 10K
- 2007 Oct--Toronto International Marathon 21.1K
- 2008 May--Ottawa National Capital Race 21.1K
- 2008 Aug--Iroquois Trail Test 32K
- 2008 Sept--Scotiabank Waterfront Marathon 21.1K
- 2008 Oct--Run for the Toad 50K
- 2008 Oct--Toronto Zoo Run 10K
Best of luck with the Humira. Hope it gives you improvement.
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