Respecting Treatment ChoicesAs if having our lives altered by psoriatic arthritis wasn’t hard enough, we also face harsh judgment from those who disapprove of how we treat our conditions. Most shocking is... By Cynthia Covert1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
15 Minutes of Self-Care With Psoriatic ArthritisPsoriatic arthritis (PsA) can be a painful, debilitating disease. It is lifelong, and there is no cure. Facing an uncertain future makes self-care one of the most important things we... By Leanne Donaldson4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
What I Carry In My Chronic Care BagI never know how my body is going to behave. One moment I may experience pain in my spine and an hour later my hips, hands, and/or feet may join... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
5 Ways Psoriatic Arthritis Has Improved My LifeWhen asked how our chronic conditions have changed our lives, we often focus on the negative. Rightfully so, we're in so much pain and somehow we're the lucky ones who... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Laughter Can Be Your Best MedicineSometimes, laughter really is the best medicine. And when you have psoriatic arthritis, easing pain and relieving stress is always welcome. In August 2015, I attended “How to Dance in the... By Jaime Lyn Moy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis and GlutenThe jury is still out on eliminating gluten — a complex protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. In a small number of cases, eliminating gluten can lead to improvements... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Drinking Water to Help with PsAIf you're like me, creating healthy habits isn't so easy. I've tried a gluten-free diet, a vegetarian diet, and even a modified paleo diet in hopes of improving my psoriasis... By Jaime Lyn Moy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Finding My Sleep Pattern and Experiencing a Restorative SleepWhen I was combatting pain with prescription pain pills, I either slept all the time or not at all. There was no in-between. There were times when I would only sleep for... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What’s Next? Newly Diagnosed with PsADiagnoses can come in many forms and take on various weights. A diagnosis for the common cold, for instance, may provide to be a little annoying, and require a week or... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Emotional Impact of Living with Psoriatic ArthritisAfter I got over the initial shock and denial of my diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis (PsA), It swiftly came to my attention how much this condition impacts every single aspect... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
When Comfort Trumps Being FashionableIn my life prior to living with chronic pain, I looked forward to getting dressed every day. I not only enjoyed putting together fashionable outfits, but I also delighted in... By Cynthia Covert1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Speak Up and Advocate!Do you live with psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis? Consider speaking up! I have had psoriasis for 50 years and psoriatic arthritis for the past 25 years. I have been very... By Diane T2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
A New Year’s Resolution: ListenAs we look forward to 2017, we make many resolutions to start the year off right include losing weight, getting organized and spending more time with family. But as a... By Jaime Lyn Moy3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Baby It's Cold Outside! How Cold Weather Affects my PsASometimes it seems as though my right knee is a weather barometer. I'm telling you when the weather is bad, so are my joints. You may have heard of this... By Alisha B2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Redefining the “It" in “It Will Get Better”If you have been recently diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis, get ready to hear what those of us who have been living with this condition hear often: "It will get better.”... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Enjoying the Freedom My Mobility Aid ProvidesWalking and standing are not easy for me. That is also not an easy thing to admit freely. For the past 10 years, my body has been through so much... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Breaking Up With Your DoctorSometimes, your insurance company’s decisions, distance to your doctor’s office, or your doctor’s retirement dictate your need to find another doctor for your care. But sometimes, it’s your strained relationship... By Jaime Lyn Moy4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Five Tips for Paying for PsA TreatmentManaging a chronic disease, such as psoriatic arthritis (PsA), is challenging enough without having to think about paying for PsA treatment or dealing with the cost of drugs. And it... By Kate Volpicelli Leonard2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Eye Care & PsA: Taking Care of My Baby BluesI have a love-hate relationship with my eyes. My baby blues are one of my favorite physical attributes, but they like to cause trouble and have a hard time behaving... By Jaime Lyn Moy3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Facing My FearsNo one should live in fear. It's a vulnerable and troubled place to live. Sadly, most of us who suffer from chronic conditions like psoriatic arthritis do that. In my... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments