Psoriatic Arthritis
Psoriatic Arthritis: The Basics
Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic, inflammatory arthritis that can affect people who have psoriasis, a skin condition characterized by the rapid buildup of skin cells. This autoimmune disease can cause symptoms such as stiff, painful joints, red skin with silvery-white patches, and swelling in the tissues surrounding the joints. While there's no cure for psoriatic arthritis, various therapies are available to manage symptoms and prevent joint damage.
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Protect Against the Flu When You Have Psoriatic Arthritis
Learn about the increased risk of flu for individuals with psoriatic arthritis (PsA), the importance of annual...
By Stacey Colino![a woman holding her hand, which is in pain](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/top-psoriatic-arthritis-triggers-rm-1440x810.jpg)
7 Top Psoriatic Arthritis Triggers and How to Avoid Them
Symptoms of psoriatic arthritis can be triggered or worsened by stress, skin injuries, and certain medications...
By Jennifer Warner![psa-psoriasis-link-hero-crop-1440x810](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/psa-psoriasis-link-hero-crop-1440x810.png)
How Psoriatic Arthritis Is Linked to Psoriasis
While psoriasis affects the skin and psoriatic arthritis affects the joints, these two autoimmune conditions often...
By Becky Upham![cs-How-Psoriatic-Arthritis-Causes-Back-Pain-1440x810](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/cs-how-psoriatic-arthritis-causes-back-pain-1440x810.jpg)
How Psoriatic Arthritis Causes Back Pain — and What to Do About It
When you think of joints affected by psoriatic arthritis, you most likely think of fingers, toes, wrists, knees...
By Colleen de BellefondsTreatments and Complications
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The Consumer’s Guide to Biologics for Psoriatic Arthritis
Biologics are a targeted type of drug and can be a good option for psoriatic arthritis if you haven’t found success...
By Erica Patino![mature Black woman icing her neck and shoulder in pain](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/managing-chronic-psoriatic-arthritis-joint-pain-1440x810.jpg)
6 Ways to Manage Chronic Psoriatic Arthritis Joint Pain
While there’s no cure for psoriatic arthritis, there are things you can do to manage chronic joint pain. Start...
By Erinn Connor![medications for psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/how-to-treat-psoriatic-arthritis-and-psoriasis-1440x810.jpg)
How to Treat Psoriatic Arthritis and Psoriasis at the Same Time
Learn how to manage psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis simultaneously with the right medication and treatment plan...
By Beth W. Orenstein![woman taking medication](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/reasons-you-may-need-to-change-your-psoriatic-arthritis-treatment-alt-1440x810.jpg)
3 Reasons You May Need to Change Your Psoriatic Arthritis Treatment
When you’re newly diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis, there’s a good chance your treatment plan may change before...
By Jennifer Acosta Scott![NSAIDs on a blue background](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis-and-nsaids-1440x810.jpg)
Psoriatic Arthritis and NSAIDs: What You Need to Know
Understand the role of NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen, aspirin, and prescription meds) in treating psoriatic arthritis...
By Chris Iliades, MDDiet and Nutrition
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16 Foods to Eat or Avoid for Psoriatic Arthritis
No diet can cure your psoriatic arthritis. But you may feel better when you eat certain foods and skip those that...
By Denise Mann![turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/anti-inflammatory-spices-for-psoriatic-arthritis-1440x810.jpg)
6 Anti-Inflammatory Spices for Psoriatic Arthritis
Some spices, like turmeric and ginger, may help control the inflammation associated with psoriatic arthritis. ...
By Elizabeth Shimer Bowers![Hispanic woman cooking gluten free healthy meal in her kitchen using legumes](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/should-you-go-gluten-free-for-your-psa-1440x810.jpg)
Should You Go Gluten-Free for Your Psoriatic Arthritis?
Although there's little definitive scientific evidence supporting a gluten-free diet for psoriatic arthritis, ...
By Beth W. Orenstein![probiotic supplements over an abstract illustration of intestinal bacteria](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/can-probiotics-help-psoriatic-arthritis-1440x810.jpg)
Can Probiotics Help With Psoriatic Arthritis?
Explore the complex relationship between gut microbiome and autoimmune disorders like psoriatic arthritis. Learn...
By Debra Fulghum Bruce, PhD![vegetables and food good for a psoriatic arthritis diet](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/cs-special-diets-for-psoriatic-arthritis-722x406.jpg)
Can a Special Diet Help You Manage Psoriatic Arthritis?
Could following a Mediterranean, paleo, gluten-free, vegan, or Pagano diet help you better manage psoriatic arthritis...
By Katherine LeeExercise and Fitness
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6 Simple Yoga Poses for Psoriatic Arthritis
Yoga for psoriatic arthritis can help maintain mobility and flexibility, reduce joint pain, and make you feel ...
By Beth W. Orenstein![Black woman lifting weights in garage](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/cs-exercises-to-try-if-you-have-psoriatic-arthritis-00-1440x810.jpg)
7 Exercises to Try if You Have Psoriatic Arthritis
Stiffness and pain in your joints can make it difficult to exercise, but regular physical activity can help you...
By Katherine Lee![woman walk exercising in pool](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/water-walking-workout-psoriatic-arthritis-alt-1440x810.jpg)
Water Walking: A Perfect Workout for Psoriatic Arthritis
Discover the benefits of water walking for psoriatic arthritis. This low-impact exercise improves joint mobility...
By Sandy McDowell![woman laying down on blue yoga mat indoors sunshine](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/stretches-for-healthy-joints-with-psoriatic-arthritis-00-1440x810.jpg)
Best Stretches for Healthy Joints With Psoriatic Arthritis
These easy, gentle stretches for fingers, hands, forearms, elbows, neck, back, and feet can relieve psoriatic ...
By Chris Iliades, MD![hand using exercise ball photo illustration](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/hand-and-foot-exercises-for-psoriatic-1440x810.jpg)
11 Easy Hand and Foot Exercises for Psoriatic Arthritis
These gentle, easy exercises for psoriatic arthritis in the feet and hands can reduce joint pain and build flexibility...
By Liza N BurbyLiving With Psoriatic Arthritis
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9 Ways to Manage Psoriatic Arthritis Fatigue
Many people who have psoriatic arthritis cope with fatigue. Try these strategies to both increase and conserve...
By Madeline R. Vann, MPH, LPC![illustration man sleeping napping on couch](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/cs-top-tips-to-conserve-energy-and-get-better-sleep-from-tippi-psoriatic-arthritis-1440x810.jpg)
Top Tips to Conserve Energy and Get Better Sleep From Tippi Psoriatic Arthritis
We asked the psoriatic arthritis community to share their top tips for managing the condition. One topic that ...
By Kerry Weiss![man and woman stopping to retie comfortable shoes](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/tips-life-with-psoriatic-arthritis-easier-alt-1440x810.jpg)
6 Tips to Make Life With Psoriatic Arthritis Easier
Psoriatic arthritis symptoms such as joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and fatigue can make everyday activities...
By Becky Upham![friends out together exercising](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/cs-essential-sources-of-psoriatic-arthritis-support-1440x810.jpg)
6 Essential Sources of Psoriatic Arthritis Support
A chronic condition such as psoriatic arthritis can be challenging, both physically and mentally. Here’s how to...
By Emilia Benton![Asian woman rubbing her hands in discomfort](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/arthritis/psoriatic-arthritis/cs-bad-habits-that-can-make-psoriatic-arthritis-worse-1440x810.jpg)
12 Bad Habits That Can Make Psoriatic Arthritis Worse
Discover how to manage psoriatic arthritis effectively by replacing bad habits with healthier alternatives, from...
By Cathy Garrard