How Support Can Improve Life with Psoriatic ArthritisI have lived with chronic psoriasis since the age of 5. I have always felt alone and isolated. These feelings hit their...reactions12comments
When Psoriatic Arthritis Pain Is Overshadowed By Another ConditionSince my psoriatic arthritis diagnosis, its pain, symptoms, and treatments have often been overshadowed by my other health issues. This includes, but...reactions14comments
Are You Newly Diagnosed With Psoriatic Arthritis?First off, I want you to know that psoriatic arthritis is a chronic illness. Go ahead and read that sentence again. It's...reactionscomments
What to Do When You First Feel a Psoriatic Arthritis FlareA psoriatic arthritis flare can stop you in your tracks. The pain can often be too much for people to continue their...reactions1comment
Three Reasons Psoriatic Arthritis Demands That I NapI used to think of naps as a time to energize for a late-night out or reenergize after a wild night. Who...reactions5comments
The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Using Mobility Aids With PsARollators, wheelchairs, and crutches have been keeping me on the move since 2005. Mobility aids allow the damaged parts of my body...reactions3comments
3 Helpful Tips for Caring for a Loved One with Psoriatic ArthritisPsoriatic arthritis is a difficult condition to live with. There's no doubt or arguing that. However, I sometimes think that caring for...reactions1comment
Learning the Language of Psoriatic ArthritisWhen I was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis (PsA), I felt like I had been plunged into a foreign country where I did...reactionscomments
Top 4 Must-Have Assistive DevicesHaving psoriatic arthritis (PsA) can make everyday tasks difficult, and people living with the disease learn many coping strategies to get through...reactions1comment
Functional Medicine for Psoriatic ArthritisBy definition, functional medicine is medical practice or treatments that focus on optimal functioning of the body and its organs, usually involving...reactions2comments
Should I Use a Hot or Cold Pack When My PsA is Flaring?Recently, I attended the Be Joint Smart event sponsored by the National Psoriasis Foundation. Everyone in attendance heard from medical professionals on...reactionscomments
Diagnosed With Psoriatic Arthritis, Not Once, But Three TimesLionel Richie’s mom may have been once, twice, three times a lady. But was she once, twice, diagnosed three times with psoriatic...reactionscomments
Planning with PsA in MindIf I want to plan a spring break getaway, a summer adventure, or a holiday trip that won’t result in a horrendous...reactionscomments
Advice for Those Newly Diagnosed With Psoriatic ArthritisReceiving news of a psoriatic arthritis (PsA) diagnosis can often be jarring. When you get the news, you may not know what...reactionscomments
Community Views: Psoriatic Arthritis Bumper StickersPsoriatic arthritis (PsA) consumes so much of a person's life. In addition to managing chronic pain, doctor's appointments, triggers, and symptoms -...reactions1comment
We Are All in This TogetherI find it difficult to spend time in most chronic illness groups. You might think it is because I don’t like being...reactionscomments
When Grief Triggers a Disease FlareFor many years, my psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis were considered mild. Over-the-counter medications worked beautifully. I was very lucky. In fact, I...reactions3comments
What Part of Incurable Don't They Get?Living with multiple chronic diseases which includes psoriatic arthritis, has brought to light just how ignorant people can be. I am sorry...reactionscomments
Community Views: Building Your PsA Healthcare TeamOn paper, psoriatic arthritis is an inflammatory rheumatic condition that affects the joints and tendons. Now, that's on paper. In the real...reactionscomments
Psoriatic Arthritis: Breaking The Pain CycleCycle. A series of events that are regularly repeated in the same order. For those with psoriatic arthritis, a cycle would be...reactions14comments
