Are You Asleep Yet?I’m sure we all have had our feet fall asleep. In medical terminology what does this mean? We have all been sitting in a weird position and then the next... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Doctor Is Getting On My NervesI no longer feel this way, but this was after going through so many doctors and rheumatologists that I have lost count. I have had psoriasis for over 50 years... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis, Turmeric and the Autoimmune SystemTurmeric is a spice that has powerful anti-inflammatory properties and has been around since the beginning of time. I have found out that this plant has natural ingredients that can... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Are You Flaring?Psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis have been a part of my life ever since I can remember. I remember my father asking me a few years ago if there was any... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments23 comments
Freeze That ThoughtI have been in some agonizing pain with psoriatic arthritis and there were times I would do anything to get some relief. During one of my most horrific flares, I... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
I am Wonder Woman (Living with Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis)As a patient living with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, I can easily say that I am powerful. My whole life I have been my own superhero whether anyone else thought... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments9 comments
A Bad Taste in Your MouthI have had psoriasis for 55 years and psoriatic arthritis for 25 years. It never ceases to amaze me what I can learn about my diseases. I have been going... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
What Value Does Psoriatic Arthritis Give Me?This is a question I have to ponder over and over again in my mind. I’m sure I started with some value, but what is it? Value is simply the... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Does Remission Look Like?Can you imagine being in pain that hinders your everyday life? You can't see the light at the end of the tunnel. You're miserable and just want relief. But what... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My Exercise TrainerI have been diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis, which has been very hard on my joints and muscles for years. I made a conscious decision to seek an exercise trainer who... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Expressing My Psoriatic Arthritis Through ColorsDid you know colors drastically help me to endure pain? The discomfort of my pain has me thinking, what’s there for me to gain to be around bright colors? Psoriatic... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Walking the Walk With PsA: Managing Foot PainMy feet are very important to me. There is so much that can go wrong with our feet having psoriatic arthritis. I have experienced pain in my feet simply walking... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Take Me Off the Pain Measuring ScaleEverywhere I go, there is a measuring scale to measure our pain level, beliefs, and everyday life experiences with psoriatic arthritis. I get surveys via mail asking me to measure... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis in ChildrenAs a person who has had this disease forever, I am privileged to meet plenty of people on this journey. I recently met a young lady whose child has psoriatic... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Did You Ever Get The Proper Diagnosis?I just want to say, don't settle for an “I think”. I’m so tired of doctors saying I think, we're not sure, let’s do more tests. We are living in... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
The Weight of It All: PsA & WeightHow much extra weight do we tote around? I don’t want to think about it anymore. I lose, I gain. At some point I came to the conclusion that I... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Appreciation for Reserved Parking PermitThere are just tons of kudos I want to give to my handicap reserved parking decal. When you are suffering from psoriatic arthritis, this can be a lifesaver. Psoriatic arthritis... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis and My Joints that Brings Me PainI have psoriatic arthritis and more and more my body parts - my arms, legs, knees, and shoulder - are letting me know this. I know our body is made... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How Clothing Empowers People With DisabilitiesIf you're a woman dealing with psoriatic arthritis pain, the last thing you probably want to do is put on a bra. I have had psoriasis for 55 years and psoriatic... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
My Psoriatic Arthritis Is on OvertimeWhen you work 40 hours a week, the last thing you want to hear is "Can you work some overtime?" I have learned over the years how to be a... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments