Psoriasis Arthritis

If you are experiencing pain and inflammation in your joints around the wrists, in the knees and kneecap, around the ankles or lower back and neck you could be experiencing Psoriasis Arthritis. 

Psoriasis arthritis sufferers often complain about pain in the fingers and tones, the furthermost appendages of the body.  In some unique cases, psoriasis can affect the spinal column.  Because arthritis is so common it has become a bit more difficult to properly diagnose this condition against other forms of arthritis.  In its early stages it becomes crucial to diagnose this form properly.

The most common symptoms include stiffness of the joints, pain and swelling of the inflicted area and inflammation around the tissue.  A reduced full range of motion in the limbs and morning stiffness also accompany the common psoriasis arthritis conditions.  The most noted symptom is the change in the skin, especially the fingernails.  The nails will have indentations and begin to lift away from the skin. 

Psoriasis arthritis is commonly diagnosed as an imbalance in the immune system.  Should this form of arthritis be treated properly and misdiagnosed the patient can have major bone and cartilage degeneration.  It is usually spotted by a Rheumatologist in x-rays, blood work and routine examination.  It can be treated via surgery depending on the severity as well as in combination with physical therapy and medications.