Low Country Rheumatology

Low Country Rheumatology A private practice specializing in diagnosing and managing rheumatic diseases.

📍Summerville, South Carolina
2001 2nd Avenue, Suite 201
📍Mt.
(394)

Pleasant, South Carolina
1100 Johnnie Dodds Blvd.
📍West Ashley, South Carolina
2291 Henry Tecklenburg Dr. Low Country Rheumatology is a private medical practice specializing in diagnosing and managing rheumatologic disorders. Our provider team consists of medical professionals with years of clinical and research experience that are dedicated to providing excellent care to our patients to aid in improving their health.

🇺🇸 Honoring Our VeteransToday, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, dedic...
11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, dedication, and sacrifice. 💙

From all of us at Low Country Rheumatology, thank you for your service and the freedoms you’ve helped protect. We are deeply grateful.

🌼 Advancing Research for Sjögren’s DiseaseWe’re proud to share that Emily Caudle and Lynsey Kennedy of Low Country Rheum...
11/07/2025

🌼 Advancing Research for Sjögren’s Disease

We’re proud to share that Emily Caudle and Lynsey Kennedy of Low Country Rheumatology recently attended the DAFFODIL Americas Investigator Meeting, a collaborative research initiative focused on advancing understanding and treatment options for Sjögren’s disease. 💙

Participation in events like these reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting clinical research and improving the lives of patients living with autoimmune and rheumatic conditions.

Together, we’re helping pave the way toward better outcomes, deeper insights, and hope for those affected by Sjögren’s. 🌿

🔗 Learn more about the DAFFODIL study: https://sjogrensdiseaseresearch.com/index.html

11/06/2025

Take a Moment for You – It’s Stress Awareness Day

Living with chronic conditions can take both a physical and emotional toll. On Stress Awareness Day, we’re reminding our patients and community that caring for your mental health is just as important as caring for your body. 💙

✨ Here are a few ways to manage stress and support overall well-being:
🩵 Practice mindfulness or deep breathing.
🩵 Stay active with gentle movement like walking or yoga.
🩵 Connect with loved ones or a support group.
🩵 Prioritize rest and good sleep habits.
🩵 Talk openly with your healthcare team about how stress affects you.

Taking small steps to manage stress can improve mood, energy, and even help reduce inflammation. 💫

💙 Areas You Might Need Help When Living With RALiving with rheumatoid arthritis can impact many parts of daily life — an...
11/04/2025

💙 Areas You Might Need Help When Living With RA

Living with rheumatoid arthritis can impact many parts of daily life — and it’s okay to ask for help. Here are some areas where support can make a big difference:

🩵 Daily Activities
✔️ Tasks like cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping, or doing laundry can be physically demanding.
✔️ Asking for help with chores or using adaptive tools can ease strain on joints.

🩵 Transportation
✔️ Driving can be difficult during flares.
✔️ Friends, family, or ride services can help with appointments or errands.

🩵 Workplace Support
✔️ Requesting accommodations, such as ergonomic tools or flexible schedules, can help manage fatigue and pain.

🩵 Emotional Health
✔️ Managing a chronic condition can feel isolating.
✔️ Talking with a therapist, joining a support group, or confiding in loved ones can help relieve stress and prevent burnout.

🩵 Medical Care
✔️ Keep communication open with your rheumatology team.
✔️ Ask questions, share symptom changes, and lean on their expertise for adjustments in your treatment plan.

🩵 Social Life
✔️ Let friends and family know how they can support you — from understanding flare days to celebrating the good ones with you.

According to Everyday Health, it’s okay — and essential — to reach out when you need help. Whether it’s talking with your healthcare provider, asking loved ones for support, or joining a patient community, connection can ease stress and help you feel understood. 💙

📖 Read more: https://www.everydayhealth.com/rheumatic-conditions/how-to-ask-for-help-when-you-have-ra/

🎃 Happy Halloween from Our Rheumatology Team!Wishing all of our patients, staff, and community a fun, safe, and spooktac...
10/31/2025

🎃 Happy Halloween from Our Rheumatology Team!

Wishing all of our patients, staff, and community a fun, safe, and spooktacular Halloween! 👻🩵

🎃 Low Country Rheumatology Went All Out for Halloween!Our teams brought their creativity (and a whole lot of fun!) to th...
10/31/2025

🎃 Low Country Rheumatology Went All Out for Halloween!

Our teams brought their creativity (and a whole lot of fun!) to this year’s Halloween celebration — and the costumes did not disappoint! 👻💙

✨ Summerville Infusion Team: Ascend Airways ✈️
🎨 Louvre Heist Crew
🖤 The Addams Family
🐷 The Three Little Pigs

Wishing all our patients and friends a spooktacular and safe Halloween! 🎃

💜 Join Us in the Fight to End Lupus!Imagine a day when doctors can say, “There is a cure for lupus.” Until that day come...
10/29/2025

💜 Join Us in the Fight to End Lupus!

Imagine a day when doctors can say, “There is a cure for lupus.” Until that day comes, there’s important work to be done — and Low Country Rheumatology is taking action.

We’re proud to participate in the Lupus Foundation of America’s Walk to End Lupus Now® on Saturday, November 8th at Wannamaker Park in North Charleston.

This event raises critical funds to support the 1.5 million people in the U.S. living with lupus — helping advance research, awareness, and support programs that change lives.

💜 How You Can Help:
👉 Join our team and walk beside us!
👉 Make a secure donation — every single dollar makes a difference.

Together, we can bring hope, inspire strength, and move closer to the day we find a cure.

🔗 https://support.lupus.org/site/TR/WTELN/General?pg=team&team_id=38898&fr_id=2171

💙 The Link Between IBD and ArthritisDid you know that inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) — including Crohn’s disease and u...
10/28/2025

💙 The Link Between IBD and Arthritis

Did you know that inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) — including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis — can affect more than just the digestive system?

According to Health.com, up to 1 in 3 people with IBD may also develop arthritis or joint pain due to the body’s immune response.

Here are the key takeaways:
✨ IBD-related arthritis is inflammatory, not caused by wear and tear like osteoarthritis.
✨ It often affects the large joints — such as knees, hips, or shoulders.
✨ In some cases, it can appear before digestive symptoms begin.
✨ Joint pain may flare and subside along with bowel inflammation.
✨ Early diagnosis and rheumatology care can help prevent long-term joint damage.

💙 At our practice, we work closely with patients and their GI specialists to manage both IBD and arthritis — helping you move comfortably and live fully.

📖 Read more: https://www.health.com/ibd-arthritis-11768429

10/25/2025

💙 Happy Medical Assistant Recognition Day!

Today we proudly celebrate our amazing Low Country Rheumatology Medical Assistant team — the heart of our practice and the helping hands behind every patient experience. 🌟

Your dedication, compassion, and commitment to quality care make a lasting difference every single day. We couldn’t do what we do without you!

👏 Join us in recognizing our incredible team:
🩵 Nina Barnes, CMA
🩵 Sarah Jashienski, CMA
🩵 Stephanie Zorn, CMA – Infusion
🩵 Tatsiana Johnson, CMA
🩵 Brenda McLeod, CMA
🩵 Darlene Wise, CMA
🩵 Michelle Copley, CMA
🩵 Cathy Copeland, CMA
🩵 Georgia Postell, CMA
🩵 Amanda Driggers, CMA
🩵 Carolyn Wyndham, CMA

Thank you all for your compassion, skill, and teamwork — your dedication helps our patients feel cared for and supported at every visit. 💙

10/23/2025

💙 Making the Most of Your Rheumatology Visits

Managing rheumatoid arthritis (RA) means more than just showing up for appointments — it’s about being an active partner in your care.

According to Everyday Health, patients can get more from their visits by:
✨ Preparing questions ahead of time
✨ Tracking symptoms between appointments
✨ Sharing how medications or side effects impact daily life
✨ Being open about mental and emotional well-being

🩵 These small steps help your rheumatologist better understand your unique experience — leading to more personalized and effective care.

Remember: the best outcomes happen when patients and providers work together.

📖 Read more: https://www.everydayhealth.com/rheumatic-conditions/how-to-make-the-most-of-your-ra-rheumatologist-visits/

🖐️ How Rheumatoid Arthritis Affects the HandsA new study published in Medical Dialogues reveals that rheumatoid arthriti...
10/21/2025

🖐️ How Rheumatoid Arthritis Affects the Hands

A new study published in Medical Dialogues reveals that rheumatoid arthritis (RA) doesn’t just cause joint inflammation — it may also genetically increase the risk of hand disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome and trigger finger. 🧬

Researchers found a shared genetic link between RA and these conditions, suggesting inflammation and genetics together play a powerful role in how arthritis impacts the hands — sometimes even before diagnosis.

💡 This finding highlights the importance of early evaluation. If you’re experiencing pain, stiffness, tingling, or swelling in your hands, don’t wait — early diagnosis and treatment can protect joint health and improve quality of life.

📖 Read more: https://medicaldialogues.in/orthopaedics/news/rheumatoid-arthritis-found-to-genetically-increase-risk-of-hand-disorders-study-152167

📅 Now accepting new patients — book your appointment today.

💙 World Osteoporosis Day – Did You Know?1️⃣ Did you know that osteoporosis often develops silently?Most people don’t kno...
10/20/2025

💙 World Osteoporosis Day – Did You Know?

1️⃣ Did you know that osteoporosis often develops silently?
Most people don’t know they have it until a bone fracture occurs. 🦴

2️⃣ Did you know that women are four times more likely than men to develop osteoporosis?
Bone density naturally decreases after menopause due to lower estrogen levels. 🌸

3️⃣ Did you know that weight-bearing exercise helps strengthen bones?
Simple activities like walking, dancing, or light resistance training can help protect bone health. 💪

4️⃣ Did you know calcium and vitamin D are vital for strong bones?
Calcium builds bone structure, and vitamin D helps your body absorb it efficiently. ☀️

5️⃣ Did you know that smoking and excess alcohol can weaken your bones?
Lifestyle choices play a big role in reducing osteoporosis risk. 🚭🍷

6️⃣ Did you know rheumatoid arthritis and long-term steroid use can increase your risk of osteoporosis?
Patients with chronic inflammation should talk with their rheumatologist about bone health. 💙

7️⃣ Did you know that a simple bone density test (DEXA scan) can help detect osteoporosis early?
Early detection means early prevention. 📋

This World Osteoporosis Day, take a step toward stronger bones and a healthier future.
📅 Schedule your bone health check today!

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