There are certain foods that may contribute to inflammation and thus, should be reduced or avoided often. First on the list is sugar. Generously found in desserts, ... read more

Try to find a silver lining and not let this disease define who you are.

Learning to take things slower and resting up when I need to. Organizing tasks into manageable time slots and not doing everything at once has helped me to manage my ... read more

Can't afford the new medication your doctor has prescribed for psoriatic arthritis? For many new, brand medications, drug manufacturers provide some form of assistan ... read more

Use homemade spice mix to amp flavors without the need of excess salt or fats. For instance, a great "table" seasoning mix I use is garlic powder and black pepper wi ... read more

Accept the journey. I'm a blogger, yoga instructor, and wellness coach. A lot of my negative thoughts at first revolved around accepting my situation with PsA. In fa ... read more

I have started having periodic board game nights with friends. Sometimes I will take one or both of the kids to a movie so that my wife (with PsA) can rest and we ca ... read more

While you are at work, be sure to find time for movement. Less movement translates to more stiffness.

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

Strengthening exercises are vital for PsA. Use resistance bands and light natural body weight exercises. Move slowly against the resistance and avoid snapping at the ... read more

I keep them warm and try to elevate them just above the floor in a recliner. I also use Voltaren cream all over. If I do have to go out with foot pain, I wear Archie ... read more

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

I find that acupuncture can be very helpful with joint swelling and fatigue reduction.

Use therapy putty to perform gentle stretching exercises: Push with a full fist and a hook fist to assist with bending the fingers. To straighten fingers, drag exten ... read more

Working with my rheumatologist and treating my condition has helped tremendously deal with the symptoms of psoriatic arthritis. I am on an injectable biologic once a ... read more

I track my symptoms and wellness activities in my online calendar to keep a more accurate record of my health. A weekly reminder pops up on Saturday mornings, prompt ... read more

Because arthritis weakens hands, keep a small rubber sheet (6 in. x 6 in.) in the kitchen so you can open a jar or turn a top with less force.

Just Pray!!

Create a healthy sleep routine and stick with it no matter what day of the week. Aim for 8 hours of uninterrupted, restful, restorative sleep each night. I take magn ... read more