Isabelle began her arthritis journey in the summer of 2021 at age 9 after being diagnosed with polyarticular juvenile arthritis. She started with one joint in her toe and one finger that turned into both wrist, thumbs and a knee. Fortunately, infusions have improved Isabelle’s joints. She has not let her diagnosis slow her down. She enjoys hanging out with friends, cheer, chorus, and trips to her local theme park to ride rollercoasters.
Aspyn
Oligoarticular Arthritis
Youth Honoree
Aspyn is an energetic, fun, loving seven year old that was diagnosed with oligoarticular arthritis in 2019. Her journey started after a trampoline accident that not only wouldn’t heal but continued to get worse. It took six months and many tests to receive a diagnosis. Aspyn’s arthritis affects both knees and both ankles. Aspyn is now doing well with medication. She loves being able to run around while playing with friends, swimming, hanging out with her family, and playing Roblox.
Isabelle began her arthritis journey in the summer of 2021 at age 9 after being diagnosed with polyarticular juvenile arthritis. She started with one joint in her toe and one finger that turned into both wrist, thumbs and a knee. Fortunately, infusions have improved Isabelle’s joints. She has not let her diagnosis slow her down. She enjoys hanging out with friends, cheer, chorus, and trips to her local theme park to ride rollercoasters.
Aspyn is an energetic, fun, loving seven year old that was diagnosed with oligoarticular arthritis in 2019. Her journey started after a trampoline accident that not only wouldn’t heal but continued to get worse. It took six months and many tests to receive a diagnosis. Aspyn’s arthritis affects both knees and both ankles. Aspyn is now doing well with medication. She loves being able to run around while playing with friends, swimming, hanging out with her family, and playing Roblox.