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Don't underestimate the importance of the connection between weight and inflammation. In addition to taking medications to control the disease, it is important to fo ... read more
Lynn Ludmer, MD
Healthcare provider for Psoriatic Arthritis
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Complementary medicine therapies are actually very important. Patients with PsA that do them regularly can tell the difference in stress, Fatigue; pain and when work ... read more
Harris H McIlwain, MD
Healthcare provider for Psoriatic Arthritis Age: 65
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QUESTION OF THE DAY:
Do you have a favorite gadget, assistive device, or other product that you think other people with psoriatic should know about?
Plant foods are high on the list of anti-inflammatory foods, because they are abundant sources of phytonutrient compounds that have anti-inflammatory properties. Thi ... read more
Susan Bowerman, MS, RD, CSSD, FAND
Director of Worldwide Nutrition Education and Training at Herbalife Nutrition Healthcare provider for Psoriatic Arthritis
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Stretching! Stretch in the morning and evening. You may not feel a difference overnight, but in a few days, you for sure will! Massages, as well, but of course that ... read more
Heather B a RN with PSA
Living with Psoriatic Arthritis Age: 32 Female
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Use a microfiber mop and water spray for cleaning. This is easier to manage than a mop and bucket.
Robyn De
Living with Psoriatic Arthritis Age: 60 Female More than 5 years
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3 Fail-Proof Tips for an Anti-Inflammatory Diet
3 Fail-Proof Tips for an Anti-Inflammatory Diet
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One major way to manage symptoms and flare-ups of psoriatic arthritis is through proper diet. Consuming foods that place the body in a state of inflammation will exa ... read more
Lisa Richards, Nutritionist
Healthcare provider for Psoriatic Arthritis Female
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I bring my wife (who has PsA) laundry baskets to load and then do the rest of the laundry. The kids are now old enough to do their own laundry, so we don't have to w ... read more
Erik Quist
Care Partner for Psoriatic Arthritis Age: 44 More than 5 years
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I use Herbal Essence Shampoo for scalp psoriasis, and it helps with the itch. I also use this shampoo to rub on outbreaks on my elbows, and it works really well. Jus ... read more
Living with Psoriatic Arthritis Age: 83 Female More than 5 years
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My go-to pain reliever, especially after a long day, is a warm soak in the tub. The heat combined with the weightlessness of the water soothes my joints, is super re ... read more
Living with Psoriatic Arthritis More than 5 years
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Make sure your doctors talk to each other about your care. I experience other health issues related to my psoriatic arthritis, including anemia, a blood disorder tha ... read more
Lisa
Living with Psoriatic Arthritis
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Don't exert yourself. Most PsA warriors follow the Spoon Theory. While many healthy people can keep going all day until they can't go any further, with PsA it is dif ... read more
Tammy
Living with Psoriatic Arthritis Age: 40 More than 5 years
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My greatest life hack is my service dog who helps me in more ways than imaginable. Other than the wonderful laughter I get when my arthritic hands randomly propel so ... read more
Nadya
Living with Psoriatic Arthritis Age: 30
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Take a written list of concerns, symptoms, etc. It's easier than trying to remember when brain fog is thick and it seems like doctors pay more attention when it is ... read more
Living with Psoriatic Arthritis Age: 60 Female 1 to 5 years
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Which complementary therapy have you found most helpful to manage PsA symptoms?
Black cherries. And drink plenty of water and do aquatics and yoga
Living with Psoriatic Arthritis Age: 49 More than 5 years
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Stress is a major cause of flares. It's important that you take breaks from the hustle and bustle of life and remember that you get to decide what you participate i ... read more
Dr. Nancy Crowell
Healthcare provider for Psoriatic Arthritis Female
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Travel can be limited by the pain of psoriatic arthritis as mobility is limited. Maintaining the best possible control of arthritis and psoriasis is effective to imp ... read more
Harris H McIlwain, MD
Healthcare provider for Psoriatic Arthritis Age: 65
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Fast Fact
Delaying PsA treatment for as little as 6 months can result in permanent joint damage, studies show.
National Psoriasis Foundation
Delaying PsA treatment for as little as 6 months can result in permanent joint damage, studies show.Some medications may be effective for pain and stiffness with psoriatic arthritis, but if X-rays show damage, other medications are available including the newer bio ... read more
Kim05
Healthcare provider for Psoriatic Arthritis Age: 44
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We have a small house, so we don't do much entertaining. When we do, my wife who has psoriatic arthritis does things that allow her to be seated and I do everything ... read more
Erik
Care Partner for Psoriatic Arthritis Age: 44 1 to 5 years
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Use quality disposable dinnerware to save cleanup when entertaining. Serve guests decadent, single serve ice creams for dessert. And if you're really under the weath ... read more
Robyn De
Living with Psoriatic Arthritis Age: 60 Female More than 5 years
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