I use a duvet underneath my bottom sheet on my bed. It insulates keeping your body core temperature even. The warmer you want, use a higher tog rating. I have found ... read more

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

Don’t be afraid to talk to your family about how you feel and what’s going on. They don’t have psoriatic arthritis, and you look normal to them from the outside. The ... read more

In theaters or tight spaces, consider having your friend with PsA sit near an aisle seat or upgrade to a plane seat with more leg room. The chronic stiffness may pos ... read more

I have a full back brace and hand braces. I only use them for 3 to 4 hours a day but they really help. I've used them for 25 years.

Having PsA affects my ability to sleep, so one of the best things to do is keep my sleep schedule constant. Even if I’m not sleeping, I’m resting. Traveling is a cha ... read more

My husband is never negative about my condition and will do whatever it takes to make me comfortable. He is one of the few men who understands "happy wife, happy lif ... read more

Explore adaptive aids for arthritis such as swivel disks for your car seat, door knob grippers, items that make turning a key or lamp switch easier, pen and pencil g ... read more

In the bathroom, have railings to assist with sitting to standing motions. Use a raised toilet seat platform to get up easier. Have grab bars in the tub to avoid fal ... read more

Ask for accommodations, if appropriate, while you are working. Employers prefer workers to be present rather than absent.

For someone with psoriatic arthritis, the simplest of movements can be very painful or significantly limited. Inflammation and joint pain can deter you from being as ... read more

Always remember to take your medications regularly. It is easy to forget to take medication in busy time so set an alarm or use technology.

Keep exercising daily. Moderate daily exercise is helpful for people with psoriatic arthritis pain who want to improve their sleep cycle. In one study, people who ex ... read more

Occupational therapists specialize in pain management and have a variety of ways to help patients combat pain. Depending on the length and severity of pain symptoms, ... read more

Try ice packs or menthol for pain relief. Rehabilitation such as occupational and physical therapy can provide more specific interventions such as therapeutic ultras ... read more

Exercise is important

I remind myself how much better my whole day goes when I excercise right after waking up.

Consume fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidants to reduce inflammation. Eat more blueberries, spinach, oranges, and apples.

Practice gentle motion of the painful joints to ease stiffness, pain, and inflammation.