The thing that kept me going, as my body was falling apart, was that I was doing comedy, that I was going out to clubs. It's given me, I think, the best tool I've had to deal with rheumatoid arthritis.

And I think it is really the underlying theme of so much in my life was how laughter has given me my career. (laughter) I always said that I thought laughter was the best medicine. Yeah, you know, my whole life has been leading right to this, Pete. I couldn't think of a better guest to have for this episode. You're literally a doctor who became a standup comedian who lives with RA. And when I was asked to be guest host of this episode, I was really excited about it, in particular for the fact that the topic itself: Laughter is the best medicine. We actually met through the Arthritis Foundation. Arthritis brought us together, too, you and me. Matt, we really appreciate you joining us today. And we have the perfect guest for the podcast today: Matt Iseman, the host of “American Ninja Warrior” and longtime supporter of the Arthritis Foundation. As well as some tips to employ laughter, and how it can ultimately help you live your best life with arthritis. So, in this episode of the Live Yes With Arthritis podcast, we're going to explore how tickling our funny bones can improve our mental and our physical health. Research shows that laughter cannot only lighten our mood but distract us from pain, and it has a whole slew of other health benefits as well. The truth is, there’s actually some real scientific proof to that old adage. I’m sure you’ve heard that expression many times before. I am your guest host, Pete Scalia, and we have a great topic on hand: Laughter is the best medicine. Hello, and welcome to the Live Yes With Arthritis podcast.

You may have arthritis, but it doesn’t have you. Here, learn how you can take control of arthritis with tips and ideas from our hosts and guest experts. If you’re dealing with chronic pain, this podcast is for you. You’re listening to the Live Yes! With Arthritis podcast, created by the Arthritis Foundation to help people with arthritis - and the people who love them - live their best lives.

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