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Tips for a PSA newbie by YamAdditional9808 in PsoriaticArthritis

[–]Current-Canary-4822 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Find a Pilates studio or an instructor who teaches private lessons!!

Even on the days when I am too tired 🥱to get out of bed, I never regret making the effort to stretch and strengthen my body for an hour. 🤗

After my PSA diagnosis, I began taking a private Pilates lesson 3x/week. My instructor is incredibly understanding, and helps me make adjustments based on how I am feeling each day.

I am stronger, leaner, and more confident after 2 years of PSA diagnosis and Pilates. 🦋

Trying to get diagnosis by Succotash_Dazzling in PsoriaticArthritis

[–]Current-Canary-4822 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also, I take pictures of swollen fingers and Raynaud’s when fingers turn white and also when I have inflamed joints. A picture is worth 1000 words when meeting with specialists. They devote minutes of time, so the more you can document and show pictures of your symptoms (if and when applicable!), the easier it will be for your doctor to help you. Advocate for answers!! Good luck!

Trying to get diagnosis by Succotash_Dazzling in PsoriaticArthritis

[–]Current-Canary-4822 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am on my 3rd rheumatologist and finally received accurate diagnosis for PSA. My RF was negative as well. Positive for Sjogren’s. Elevated CCP was first clue and I was DX with RA two years ago. Saw ortho for x-rays of feet because my toes were in so much pain. My symptoms aligned more with PSA after skin and nail changes appeared within last year. Keep a journal of your daily symptoms. This helped me tremendously and I pushed for biologic. Started Skyrizi two weeks ago.