Prednisone: My Best Friend and My Worst EnemyI called my rheumatologist the other day (yet again). My next infusion isn’t for another few weeks and I was in the...reactions4comments
Psoriatic Arthritis and the Pain ScaleHave you been asked where you rate on the pain scale 0-10? Medical professionals use the visual acuity pain scale to measure...reactionscomments
Coming of Age with Psoriatic Arthritis is ChallengingGrowing up is tough, but life felt a little harder to navigate after my juvenile psoriatic arthritis (JPsA) diagnosis. I had all...reactionscomments
Is Psoriatic Arthritis Genetic?The exact causes of psoriatic arthritis (PsA) are unknown. In PsA, the immune system attacks healthy joints and tissue. This can cause...reactions16comments
What Are The Stages Of Psoriatic Arthritis?Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a progressive autoimmune disorder that can lead to permanent and debilitating joint damage. In PsA, immune cells are...reactions8comments
The Decision to Switch Treatments for Psoriatic ArthritisOnce you are diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis (PsA), your doctor will work with you to put together a treatment plan. There is...reactions2comments
The Eyes Have It! How PsA Impacts My EyesAmong the many manifestations of psoriatic arthritis that can occur outside the musculoskeletal system, eye involvement is one of the most common...reactionscomments
Navigating the Social Security Disability Appeal Processf you are following my story, you know that I hired a lawyer to help me apply for social security disability. After...reactionscomments
Alternative Treatments for Psoriatic Arthritis Pain (Physically & Emotionally)Psoriatic arthritis is a tough disease, and it makes us both physically and emotionally tough. The pain can often be unbearable. We...reactions1comment
Tips For Managing Chronic Pain With Psoriatic ArthritisPsoriatic arthritis can cause a number of symptoms around the body. People will often have two or more of these symptoms, and...reactions1comment
Daily Symptoms & The Pains of Psoriatic ArthritisDaily life is a challenge on any level for any person. Living with a chronic condition like psoriatic arthritis, can add extra...reactions29comments
Going For An X-Ray? Here’s What To ExpectFirst off, do you know what an x-ray is? This is something that has been around for years. X-rays look inside the...reactions4comments
Navigating and Understanding Testing for PsATest results for psoriatic arthritis are at best not easy to understand. Once you have a diagnosis of having psoriatic arthritis there...reactionscomments
Doing My Civic Duty and Fighting My PsA All The WayHave you ever had to report for jury duty? I just did. If you’re a registered voter, it makes you eligible to...reactions1comment
Warm Water Therapy Benefits For Psoriatic ArthritisExercising in water has always been one of my favorite workouts. It is easier on my joints and doesn’t hurt my body...reactions1comment
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...reactions4comments
Community Views: Water Exercise and Psoriatic ArthritisIt can feel like a catch-22: Exercise is said to help the pain of psoriatic arthritis (PsA), but too often the exercise...reactionscomments
Psoriatic Arthritis And Exercise, Am I Doing Enough?I have been told time and time again that exercise will help with my psoriatic arthritis symptoms. And the people and doctors...reactions2comments
Taking A Cold Dip For My Psoriatic ArthritisCold therapy, which varies from ice baths to cold plunging, has gained significant popularity. From sportsmen to your everyday Joe and Jane...reactions11comments
Exchanging Steps for SplashesFinding ways to keep active when you have psoriatic arthritis (PSA) can be very challenging. This is due to stiff joints and...reactions2comments
