4 Part Plan to Manage Psoriatic ArthritisWhen it comes to managing psoriatic arthritis, sometimes all of the options can feel a bit overwhelming. Weighing the pros and cons...reactionscomments
Brain Fog Makes it Hard to FunctionThere are days I wonder how I made it through college while I was flaring. I have many memories of being hours...reactions8comments
Diet Does MatterI cringe every time someone says that they will hurt no matter what they eat. Why does this bother me? Because I...reactions1comment
Learning to Care for My Bones"You're on the road for osteoporosis." My heart sunk. At nineteen years old, it was the last thing I ever expected to...reactionscomments
How to Add Mindful Relaxation to Your Pain Management RegimenMindful relaxation involves making a conscious and consistent choice to take steps to use relaxation to manage the stress, pain, and fatigue...reactionscomments
Having Psoriatic Arthritis Without Having PsoriasisUsually, when I write I do so telling about instances I have experienced in my years of dealing with psoriasis and psoriatic...reactions1comment
Check Out the New Q&A FeatureHave a question about psoriatic arthritis and aren’t sure where to turn? The Q&A feature helps you get quick answers and suggestions...reactions2comments
I’m Not Brick and MortarIf I could voice my opinion of how living with psoriatic arthritis has really brought my true self to surface, I would...reactionscomments
Psoriatic Arthritis Wins!Every now and again- probably more often than I’d really like to admit- I need a little boost. I need something to...reactionscomments
Vacation Prep 101: Know Before You GoYou’ve planned the perfect vacation. Everything is booked and paid for, all that is left is for you to go and have...reactionscomments
Fearing the Judgement of Loved OnesHave you ever decided not to tell your loved ones something about your health out of fear of judgment? I know I...reactions2comments
What Is a Citrate-Free Biologic?From topical treatments to light therapy to oral or injected medications, there are many approaches to treatment for psoriatic arthritis. One such...reactionscomments
Working Out While On Vacation At The BeachIt’s that time of year again; family trips, beaches, pools, and water-parks. This is the time of year we all get lazy...reactionscomments
Sensory Overload: Symptom or Consequence of PsA?“There’s just too much going on!”“It’s too loud!”“I can’t think straight!” I never used to understand when people would say these things...reactions2comments
Is My Medicine Working?I’m not going to lie, this question haunts me much more often than it probably should. Is my medicine working? Is it...reactionscomments
What I Wish My Gym Trainers KnewWhen I’m asked, “Are you okay?” I often find myself saying, “I have arthritis,” which downplays the severity of my psoriatic diseasediagnosis...reactionscomments
Four Ways to Plan a Successful OutingLeaving the house for any reason can be a stressful event for those of us with psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Fear of a...reactionscomments
How Clothing Empowers People With DisabilitiesIf you're a woman dealing with psoriatic arthritis pain, the last thing you probably want to do is put on a bra. I...reactions3comments
Check Your Stress at the DoorI know I have caused many a flare for my best friend who has PsA. I’m guilty, her husband’s guilty, basically anyone...reactionscomments
When Pain Silences You: Coping When My Jaw Flares UpIf you’ve ever met me, you’d know I’m quite shy. But the moment I warm up to you, you’ll realize I always...reactionscomments
