Stay functional. Go to bed as loose as possible. Plug your moist heating pad into the socket so you don't have to reheat it. Wet the sponge pad and put the moist hea ... read more

Research shows us that a slow and steady weight loss at a rate of 1-2 pounds per week is more likely to stay off years later -- so don't attempt crash diets or fad d ... read more

Tell people. I spent a long time hiding my health problems and, of course, PsA is often hard to see. I found it difficult sitting for long periods of time when mee ... read more

I have found that eating a healthy diet greatly contributes to minimizing my symptoms. No processed food. No sugar. Mostly vegetables, lean meat and just a small amo ... read more

Sleep can be an important part of a balanced emotional life. Physical pain and worry can make getting and staying asleep difficult. Following good sleep practices is ... read more

I avoid bread as much as possible and I have cut down on sugary foods. I suffer more the day after I’ve eaten poorly.

Unwind with daily meditation. Use headphones to block the room and outside noise. Guided meditation exercises are available on the YouTube channel for free.

Hot and cold treatments can be used to alleviate pain and inflammation. An ice pack can help to reduce swelling in the affected area and relax muscles. Muscles that ... read more

Avoid alcohol before bedtime. A nightcap may make you sleepy at first, but you will sleep less soundly and wake up more tired as a result. Alcohol and other depressa ... read more

When it comes to cooking for PsA, look for foods high in inflammation-reducing omega-3 fatty acids. In addition to minimizing swollen joints, omega-3 also works to r ... read more

Stress is the silent killer and the mother of all inflammation. I leave my work at the office and keep toxic people out of my environment. Self-care is tremendously ... read more

To make styling your hair easier, use a revolving hot-air brush. It's easier than a classic hairdryer.

A daily shower cleaner is great for reducing my cleaning workload. I just spray this all over my shower when I’m finished getting cleaned up; and it keeps the gunk t ... read more

Battery operated jar opener, it’s amazing.

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

Whenever possible, pack a nutritional lunch/ make a choice to eat healthier. It is hard to resist free treats and foods often offered at our workplace. Don’t stress ... read more

Cooking Assistance: Swapping a knife for a mandolin can help make cutting and slicing easier; Adding handles to utensils minimizes the small movements that cause art ... read more

Do low impact exercises that are easy on joints and increase flexibility and range of motion. Try an aquatic class in a group setting about once a week for 40 minute ... read more

Just do it, life is too short not to. One day at a time