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Defining ‘Strong’ with Psoriatic Arthritis

By Jaime Lyn Moy - August 17, 2017

Imagine you’re playing The $10,000 Pyramid, and your partner gives you these clues: Olympic weight lifter Super glue Bullet-proof glass Superman You might answer, “Things that are strong.” Yes, those things are... READ MORE

Join the Hashtag Community – #SpottingSpoons

By Leanne Donaldson - August 16, 2017

Do you feel like the moments of joy and happiness are few and far between these days? It is easy to get overwhelmed focusing on the negative of living with psoriatic arthritis.... READ MORE

Why I Made Grocery Shopping a Family Affair

By Cynthia Covert - August 15, 2017

Even after I was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis I preferred to go grocery shopping by myself. As a stay at home mom, a trip to the grocery store was like an afternoon... READ MORE

Tips for Developing a Good Relationship with Your Rheumatologist

By Leanne Donaldson - August 11, 2017

Sometimes I hear the words coming in but they don’t make sense. I know I need to focus, to pay attention, to process what my doctor is telling me. But it seems... READ MORE

My Guide To Understanding Psoriatic Arthritis

By Diane T - August 10, 2017

I have asked myself this question for the past 10 years; why did it take 25 years to get the proper diagnosis for my disease? First off, what is psoriatic arthritis? If... READ MORE

Why I Am Never Alone When I Try A New Medication

By Cynthia Covert - August 9, 2017

I expected my doctors to prescribe medications when I was diagnosed with PsA and my other chronic illnesses. But I didn’t expect having reactions to prescriptions that I had taken without issue... READ MORE

This Too Shall Pass: Fighting My Way Back From A Flare

By Cynthia Covert - August 8, 2017

Pain is a part of my everyday life. That is the reality of living with multiple chronic illnesses which includes psoriatic arthritis. I define a flare as being in so much pain... READ MORE

“Just Don’t Think About It” Is Not Want I Want To Hear!

By Cynthia Covert - August 7, 2017

Just don’t think about it… Has anyone ever said this to you in regards to the pain you experience from psoriatic arthritis? I have heard this more than I can count and... READ MORE

My News Broadcast for Psoriatic Arthritis

By Diane T - August 4, 2017

If I was allowed a few minutes of air time on a syndicated news broadcast, it would bring me great joy. If you would like to know why, it’s because I feel... READ MORE

New Meaning to Our Marriage Vows

By Leanne Donaldson - August 3, 2017

In sickness and in health, till death do us part. When I said these words, I had no idea how much they would play a role in my future. I didn’t understand... READ MORE

Allergies, Sensitivities, and PsA

By Cynthia Covert - August 2, 2017

Have you developed allergies or sensitivities to things you never had an issue with prior to your psoriatic arthritis diagnosis? I have. Over the years I have developed allergies or sensitivities to... READ MORE

How Tips, Tools & Technology Can Make PsA Life Easier

By Editorial Team - August 1, 2017

While life with PsA is challenging, every day there are new tools and technological advances that help make life a little more manageable. There are many options available – from assistive devices,... READ MORE

Follow The Leader: Constant Battle Between My Body & Brain

By Cynthia Covert - July 31, 2017

My body and brain are forever playing a game of follow the leader. The problem is that they both want to be the leader and have tantrums when the other doesn’t follow.... READ MORE

8 Tips for Caring for Your Painful Jaw

By Elizabeth Medeiros - July 28, 2017

Of all the joints that give me trouble, the jaw is probably the worst offender. It’s not that it’s the most painful but that it’s the joint I use the most. I... READ MORE

PsA Travel Checklist

By Editorial Team - July 27, 2017

Getting ready to take a trip? Our Ultimate PsA Travel Checklist is designed to help you plan your trip, get organized, and reduce stress levels. Customize by adding your own “must-have” travel... READ MORE

How To Buy A Mobility Aid When Insurance Won’t Cover It

By Cynthia Covert - July 26, 2017

Many of us who have psoriatic arthritis will find ourselves in need of a mobility aid at some point. Those who require the use of one full-time will most likely have most... READ MORE

How To Pick Myself Up After A Flare

By Cynthia Covert - July 25, 2017

It takes time for my body to bounce back from an extreme flare. Sometimes it takes a few days or weeks to get back into my regular routine. There have been a... READ MORE

Orencia® (abatacept) Receives FDA Approval for Psoriatic Arthritis

By Editorial Team - July 24, 2017

On July 6, 2017, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Orencia (abatacept) for the treatment of adults with active psoriatic arthritis (PsA). This is the third autoimmune disease Orencia has... READ MORE

What To Do When You Have Concerns About Your Doctor

By Leanne Donaldson - July 21, 2017

Sometimes, no matter how hard I have tried, I found that I had some concerns about my doctor. There have been times when I felt my questions weren’t being answered or I... READ MORE

Heart Attacks and Psoriatic Disease

By Elizabeth Medeiros - July 20, 2017

In the fall of my junior year of college, I got a phone call around dinner time; my mum had a heart attack. My dad reassured me that she was going to... READ MORE

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