What does this all mean???

So now we have a diagnosis for Bella. But the tricky part is that they have not done all their tests quite yet, so the exact type of Arthritis could change. As new ailments, aches, and pains show up it could point to a different direction, so we will see. In the mean time we are researching and talking to lots of people that have/had JA (juvenile arthritis). The doctor's plan of action right now is to take Naproxen( anti-inflammatory drug), Tylenol for pain, attend physical therapy 3 days a week, and rest the body when it needs to rest. The medications will change throughout the course of treatment as well. We also have restrictions for Bella, especially during school (didn't think it was that big of a deal, huh?). To my surprise (which brought on a new flood of feelings) Bella is now considered to have a disability. This little word made my heart break and it was by far the hardest thing to hear so far.
 As of right now Bella is not to carry any books to and from school, the school is to supply a 2nd set of books for home. She is limited to what activities she can participate in gym class, especially no distant running. She is to wear supportive, lace up/zip up shoes most of the time, which was quite heart breaking to my little shoe diva. The doctors gave in to those disappointed little eyes and told her she could have a "shoe vacation" IF she wore supportive shoes 5 days a week. A "shoe vacation" is wearing any shoe she chooses 2 days a week,(seems kind of silly, but it really is important to Bella). Any activities that are repetitive on her joints are also not permitted. Now this restriction gets tricky because she in cheerleading (with some restrictions too), the doctors believe that she should be able to do what she loves to keep her happy. So they asked her to quit gymnastics and compromised on cheerleading with restrictions. She cheers when she feels well and when the pain starts, she has to stop. Her restriction list will be tailored to her current conditions.
Bella wants to play basketball this winter and the doctor has decided that we will make that decision next month at her next appointment. The idea is to allow her to do things she wants to, but with the understanding that she may not be able to participate all the time.
We are trying to avoid damaging the joints, but also keep the joints flexible. It is so tricky to find a good balance. It's okay for Bella to run around at recess and play with her friends, but it isn't okay for her to run laps during gym....so confusing. But I get it!
The hardest part for Bella is being restricted because she LOVES sports, so now we are looking for new sports for her to try that are easier on the joints. The doctors have recommended swimming and Bella's response, "I already know how to swim, so no thanks." Yes, the doctor and I giggled at this one!