My First Experience With Yoga: Not All Poses Help...I have had psoriatic arthritis for 25 years, but was just diagnosed 10 years ago. Also, recently, I found out I have fibromyalgia. I was in so much pain every...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
New Person...Hi everyone! My name is Brenda and I am 26 years old. I was diagnosed a year ago and trying to cope with this disease. I never wanted to read...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesFriends & FamilyCoping
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical Trials...Each year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good news is that there are lots of resources...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Five Minute Me-Time Activities...When you have a chronic disease like psoriatic arthritis, life revolves around scheduling doctors’ appointments, taking medications, easing pain, worrying about flares, new symptoms, old symptoms, insurance problems, and so...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Have you tried acupuncture?...Has anyone tried acupuncture to help manage their symptoms? What was your experience like?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesCoping
4 Ways to Make Your PsA Treatment More Effective...It took me years to find an effective treatment, but that didn't come without a significant amount of trial and error before finding a medication that works for me. I...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
another newbie...Hi everyone. Just wanted to introduce myself. I was diagnosed with PsA just last week. I had been on voltaren as prescribed by my family doctor and once I saw...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesTreatmentNewly DiagnosedSymptomsTips & Advice
Tips for Infusion Therapy...There are several different ways to take biologics for psoriatic arthritis. Some medications come in pill form, others are given in the form of shots, while still others are given...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Otezla...I'm new here to the forum. I was just started on Otezla for my psoriatic arthritis and the nausea is brutal! Has anyone had good success with this med? Submit...Reactions0reactionsComments36 repliesTreatment
Waiting to See if My Treatment is Working...I do not treat PsA the same as I did when I was first diagnosed. In fact, my treatment plan has changed many times throughout the years. Some treatments helped...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Moment of Truth...Well, THE day has arrived. Today is the day I'm supposed to start taking Humira. When I was first diagnosed with PsA four years ago I kind of always knew...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesBiologicTreatment
When Pain Silences You: Coping When My Jaw Flares Up...If 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 have something to say. My family and friends...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Should I Use a Hot or Cold Pack When My PsA is Flaring?...Recently, I attended the Be Joint Smart event sponsored by the National Psoriasis Foundation. Everyone in attendance heard from medical professionals on the best practices involving treatment, nutrition, and exercise...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
New and feeling down...Hi, so I am new here and I have been struggling of late. I am 26 years old and have only recently been diagnosed with PsA. I have been having...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatmentFriends & FamilyNewly DiagnosedIntimacy & Relationships
Experiencing Brain Fog with Psoriatic Arthritis...I have had psoriasis for over 50 years and psoriatic arthritis for 25 years, but was just diagnosed in the past 10 years. Probably one of the most difficult challenges...Reactions0reactionsComments40 comments
Massage Sticks and Vionic Shoes - Your Community Recommendations...When managing psoriatic arthritis, sometimes the best recommendations come from fellow sufferers. So we’re keeping track of the products and treatments you say you love! In our last article of...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Conflicting Advice...So I'm getting conflicting sets of advice from my regular physician and my rheumatologist. My rheumy wants to put me on Humira. In fact, I was supposed to start today...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesTreatmentRheumatologistTips & Advice
Surviving the Holidays...The holidays are upon us! While it's a time of celebration, if you aren't practicing self-care it can turn into a disaster. The holidays should be enjoyable, not full of...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Saying "No": Overcoming the Guilt of Declining...Am I the only one who struggles with saying, “No,” when asked to do something? I can’t begin to count the number of times I’ve put myself in situations that...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
What are some good holiday gift ideas?...What are some of the best gifts you've received that have really helped you manage your symptoms?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTips & Advice
