Living

When someone suggests you not use a mobility aid because you might "get used to it," my go-to response is: “I hope I do get used to doing something without...

Ah, psoriatic arthritis (PsA). The autoimmune arthritis that no one seems to know about, let alone take seriously. If it had a mascot, it’d be a ninja—sneaky, unpredictable, and constantly...

Each year always brings new hope, at least for some of us. For those living with psoriatic arthritis, the dawn of a new year represents a beacon of potential improvements...

Since the age of 25, I have complained of lower back discomfort without receiving a clear diagnosis, despite my efforts to visit many doctors. The physicians in different doctor’s offices...

One of the good things about the holidays is watching all the movies. During one of these movies, people were riding a ferris wheel. The title of the movie is...

When I was first diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis (PsA), I lived in a tri-level home. While I loved the unique layout and character of the house, I absolutely hated the...

Before psoriatic arthritis (PsA) barged into my life, I was a sun worshipper. I lived in the desert and often compared my love of sunbathing to a lizard lying on...

It is possible to learn how to work with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) rather than let it try and defeat me. I have suffered with PsA for many decades now. I...

Have you ever wondered what you would do if you could no longer work and make money? For me, that question was answered many years go when I got a...

I love going on trips and seeing new places I have never been to. However, psoriatic arthritis has made it harder and harder as the years go on to do...

Did you know that your psoriatic arthritis can be affected by your pillow when you are sleeping? I am not sleeping great, and I just discovered that my pillow needs...

I believe in writing about things that affect me personally. By being open, it helps others relate to what I am going through. It also serves as a type of...

When I married my husband, I embraced the traditional role of a wife. I quit my job to stay home, raise our children, and keep the house running. I cooked...

Winter is coming, and I already know it's going to hurt. The changing seasons can hurt a lot when you have psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Having lived in New England my...

Living with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is like navigating a complex puzzle of symptoms, pain, and uncertainties. While I've shared my journey to diagnosis before, there's a crucial aspect that bears...

Rest days. We all need rest days in one way, shape, form, or another. Sometimes, I sit and think about it, and I am sure that rest days should be...

Summer is on its way out, and soon, the leaves on the trees will change color to soft hues of oranges and reds, and the mornings will be cooler. Soon...

Do you know the difference between osteoarthritis and psoriatic arthritis? Before I was diagnosed, I didn't. I also had no idea there are so many different types. 4 of the...

It's tough to start trying to exercise and rebuild your body after psoriatic arthritis (PsA) flares. When you first start, it can feel like you're working with a whole new...

Living with psoriatic and ankylosing spondylitis is a daily challenge that affects every part of my routine. From morning stiffness to evening discomfort, these conditions shape how I move, rest...