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PsA Pain Help?

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Aberdeen, NC

What are some things that you guys have tried for the psA pain? I have been struggling with it for a while but only recently got diagnosed, let me know what helps you!

January 18, 2023
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A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

Great to hear JulioF10. Something else I find appears to assist is I have at least 6 cherries every morning with my breakfast cereal. People I know that suffer from gout use cherries and find that they assist them also. Worth a try.

January 21, 2023
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

Ive been eating a plant based diet with the occasional fish for +10 years, and can say it has reduced the inflammation shenanigans

January 21, 2023
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

Hi ThomasBrooke3r, Before you try the carnivore diet would suggest you do a LOT OF RESEARCH . It would appear as though animal protein especially Red meat and Turkey in excess set many people off. Would suggest trying to obtain more protein from plants.As you have probably noticed there is not one FIX for all.Chin up and remember you are not alone.

January 20, 2023
MyPsoriasisTeam

Managing pain from psoriatic arthritis (PsA) can involve several strategies:

- Joint Support: Braces and splints can help prevent painful joint movements. Ensure proper fitting with the help of a healthcare provider or physical therapist
- Surgery: Considered when other treatments fail or joint damage is severe.
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Managing pain from psoriatic arthritis (PsA) can involve several strategies:

- Joint Support: Braces and splints can help prevent painful joint movements. Ensure proper fitting with the help of a healthcare provider or physical therapist.
- Surgery: Considered when other treatments fail or joint damage is severe.
- Exercise: Low-impact activities like yoga can help manage pain and maintain a healthy weight.
- Hot and Cold Therapy: Heat can loosen stiff muscles, while cold can reduce pain and inflammation.
- Weight Loss: Losing weight can significantly reduce PsA symptoms.
- Acupuncture: Some find relief through acupuncture, which generally has no negative side effects.
- Physical and Occupational Therapy: Therapists can teach exercises and ways to perform daily tasks that reduce pain.

For more detailed information, you can visit the resources provided by MyPsoriasisTeam.

July 11, 2024
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

I just got diagnosed recently as well had it growing since oct of 2022 and it seems to be spreading fast, i had elbow pan and hand pain, i was suggested to to do keto and it has helped alot but its hard to stay strict with it, jordan peterson has claimed the carnivore diet has put his into remission so i willl try that now..

January 19, 2023

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