Telling My PsA Story, My WayIt all started when I was 5 years old. My whole body was covered with flakes. I was scaly. I had itchy spots that were alarming and uncomfortable. When I... By Diane T2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
PsA 102: What it Means to Be on an Effective Treatment PlanIn my last article, I took the time to break down and asked the question "What Is An Effective Treatment Plan?". I shared how my medicine is “technically” effective, or... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
My Expectations of Living Well with Psoriatic ArthritisOnce upon a time, my friends, family, and I had the same idea of what living well with psoriatic arthritis should look like. We all agreed that anything less than... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
Pets Can Bring Us Love or Cause Us PainHaving had psoriatic arthritis for the last eight years, I have been much more aware of my surroundings. I am always scared of falling. I know that living with psoriatic... By Vickie Wilkerson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Worries Of PsA ProgressionI just recently had to have surgery on my left knee to repair a torn meniscus. When that knee pain started, it was only in that knee. However, now I... By Vickie Wilkerson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Digital Health vs. Digital TherapeuticsTechnology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Let's Water Walk and Beat The Joint PainAre you going through excessive joint pain and swelling because of psoriatic arthritis? Well, let’s get up and water walk. Like all water exercises, water walking is easy on the... By Diane T3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
PsA 101: What Is An Effective Treatment Plan?What do we mean when we say a biologic, or any treatment plan for that matter, is “effective?” You would think it is an easy question to answer - your... By Leanne Donaldson2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Relearning The Art of Pacing Myself with PsAPacing oneself is to do something at a speed that is steady. It allows someone to continue without becoming too tired. The art of pacing myself with PsA is one... By Cynthia Covert3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Chronically Ill Children Want Their Parents to KnowOne of the most difficult things in receiving a PsA diagnosis is seeing how intensely it can affect your loved ones. If you receive a diagnosis when you're younger, you're... By Annelyse Andal2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Nobody Knew My Pain Like My Late Doctor, Rocky the Cat.The best doctor I ever had recently passed away. He cared for me for 21 years. He was unlike most physicians for several reasons. Doctor Rocky never rushed our time... By Cynthia Covert2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Putting Pain on PauseOf all the challenges I face with psoriatic arthritis, the most frustrating is never knowing what to expect. With psoriatic arthritis, it’s hard to make plans because the disease often... By Julie Greenwood2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How to Navigate Online Ratings of DoctorsThe internet has changed how we've done everything these days, from dating to finding doctors. And oddly enough- sometimes they're very similar experiences! The other day while looking for a... By Elizabeth Medeiros2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
When Healthcare Providers Do Not Show UnderstandingIf you’re living with psoriatic arthritis, chances are regular visits with your rheumatologist are a routine part of your life. In an ideal world, your rheumatologist will take the time... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Living with the Fear of Missing OutFOMO stands for fear of missing out. FOMO triggers emotions like loneliness for everyone. But for someone with psoriatic arthritis and chronic pain, it can quickly become a doubly painful... By Elizabeth Medeiros3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis and COVID-19Since late 2019, COVID-19 has become a household name. It has changed many aspects of daily life. Especially for those living with chronic conditions. "Quarantine," "social distancing," and "herd immunity"... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Embracing Fear: Life With Psoriatic ArthritisI was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis 30 years ago. I remember feeling relief at the time. There was a name for what was going on. Sure, I was disappointed to... By Julie Greenwood2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Accepting The Life I Have Now, Even If It Is Not The One I Want“Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don't resist them; that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like.” ―... By Cynthia Covert3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Community Views: Psoriatic Arthritis and the Pain ScaleOne of the most common tools that doctors use to assess the severity of psoriatic arthritis is the pain scale. This tool asks patients to rate each area of pain... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How to Deal with Tough Mornings and Chronic PainYou wake up to the sound of your alarm clock. With sleepy and half-closed eyes, you slowly roll over the bed to hit stop, or in my case, snooze. You... By Annelyse Andal2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments