Certain ingredients can make arthritis symptoms worse, such as added sugar that can contribute to fatigue, or unhealthy fats and refined carbohydrates that can contribute to inflammation. Carrying excess weight can also put additional stress on
2024-05-02
Managing Bad Days With Psoriatic Arthritis Managing Bad Days With Psoriatic Arthritis By Frances Downey, as told to Sarah Ludwig Rausch I was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis 9 years ago. Looking back, I realize that I had the symptoms for quite a while
2024-04-22
Nearly 25 million Americans play golf, but for those with arthritis, staying in the game can be a challenge. From swinging a club to walking the course, golf relies heavily on joint action — and few things affect your joints like arthritis. As a golfer with
2024-04-21
For starters, occupational therapy for psoriatic arthritis typically follows four simple rules for energy conservation, since fatigue is a common limiting factor, according to Degliuomini. Your therapist should focus on strategies to help you manage fatigue
2024-04-21
Many people who develop psoriatic arthritis (PsA) call it the “double whammy” — and rightfully so. Withpsoriatic arthritis, a type of joint inflammation that occurs along with theskin disorder psoriasis, you not only have to manage the pain, stiffness,
2024-04-20
“There are two bad ways of dealing with arthritis, and I tried them both. First, I carried on playing football with a swollen ankle for years before getting it professionally diagnosed as arthritis. Secondly, when x-rays revealed that I also had arthritis
2024-04-19
Gardening can be a healthy hobby, especially when living with arthritis – providing both physical and mental health benefits. All you need is a little planning and creativity to reduce the risk of joint pain and injury. A few shortcuts and adaptations can
2024-04-19
Seven easy ways to protect your joints long term Lower the risk of ‘wear and tear’ arthritis in later life by adopting this expert-approved strategy 20 June 2022 • 5:00am Credit: TravelCouples As we head into middle age and beyond it seems none of us
2024-04-08
Strong Mind, Strong Body: Mental Health and Arthritis Strong Mind, Strong Body: Mental Health and Arthritis Did you know that people with arthritis are more likely to experience symptoms of anxiety and depression? In fact, many individuals who have
2024-04-07
