Diagnosis After Psoriasis and Joint Pain...I bet I'm not the only one who experienced the symptoms of PsA over a number of years but was sent away...reactions9comments
Behind the Scenes: The Real Impact of Psoriatic Arthritis...What does daily life with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) really look like? Living with PsA is not just about coping with symptoms like...reactions1comment
Coping with the Unknown...The science of psoriatic arthritis has come a long way, especially in recent years. There have been amazing advancements in understanding how...reactionscomments
Young Adults with PsA, new diagnosis’s and “coping”...Hello everyone! My name is Rowan, I’m 24 and, even though I’ve been dealing with symptoms of PsA since I was 12...reactions3repliesCopingFriends & FamilyNewly DiagnosedTips & Advice
Winter Is Coming...I am a big Game of Thrones fan. So big in fact that I have either bought the series or asked for...reactions16comments
Are You a Patient Advocate or a Patient Expert?...I have had psoriasis for 55 years and psoriatic arthritis for 35 years. I have talked to countless medical professionals over the...reactionscomments
The Joy and Danger of Taking a Stroll Down Memory Lane...When I am in pain, a stroll down memory lane can be a good thing or a bad thing. It’s great when...reactionscomments
Do Your Own Research...I apparently had PSA for years. Finally, when a flare-up on both hands got so bad, I referred myself to an RA...reactions1comment
Osteopath or Chiropractic care helpful to symptoms?...Hi everyone I was wondering if anyone has experience having treatment from either osteopath or chiropractor and whether you feel it was...reactions2repliesTreatment
When We Know Better, We Do Better...An age-old adage. One that has found its way into my daily life and has become a way of thinking and my...reactions1comment
Juggling Life on a Unicycle...Managing life with psoriatic arthritis is demanding of both our physical strength and mental resilience. We juggle medication and appointments with test...reactionscomments
Am I Having a Flare?...I was talking on the phone with a friend the other day after I had, once again, canceled our plans. Yes, she...reactionscomments
Communicate Better with Your Doctor...I’m the first to admit that I’ve walked out of a doctor’s office and never returned because of tears and frustration. I’m...reactions2comments
Acupuncture: Myth or Magic?...Growing up my mother always discounted acupuncture, chiropractors, and anything that wasn't traditional medicine. Soon after I got married, my wife hurt...reactions5comments
Getting Psoriatic Arthritis Diagnosed...Psoriatic arthritis is nothing fun. I have had it for the last six years. It started in my lower back. For the...reactions9comments
When Being in Pain Is a Pain...Psoriasis is a generally known disease and those who struggle with it can recognize the condition and know the problems that come...reactions1comment
Can Psoriatic Arthritis Cause Vertigo?...I was walking through a busy train station the first time my vertigo hit. There were tons of people walking around me...reactions8comments
The History of World Arthritis Day...October hosts two great distinctions for two special chronic conditions. It not only has World Psoriasis Day which is celebrated on October...reactionscomments
Overwhelmed by New Diagnosis...I had my first knee replacement 1 week ago, then yesterday I went to see my rheumatologist and he confirmed PsA using...reactions3comments
Control Freak...I used to believe that I was an easy-going person. To my surprise, chronic pain from psoriatic arthritis and fibromyalgia proved me...reactions5comments