Thought I would check in as a new member and say hello :) I am 52, married to a wonderfully supportive husband for 29 yrs, and have two sons. I was diagnosed in November and am currently taking Humira. I have had mild psoriasis on my scalp and elbows for yrs and had problems with foot pain for at least 10. January of 2013 I started having pain in my wrists, then fingers and elbows and it became severe to the point of avoiding the slightest touch. I spent 9 months on prednisone until the diagnosis was made. Humira seems to be working, although I now have SI joint pain and instability, and both shoulders are involved. Just got steroid injections in both a couple weeks ago. I do feel so much better than I did, but no doubt damage has occurred. It's quite the realization that this is my life now, and if my medicine wasn't effective I would be a cripple. I can't change it and I'm not going to let it change me!
Welcome to the group! Glad to hear that you are getting treated pretty aggressively.
Welcome to the club, Hammertoes!
I am so happy to hearer strong and positive attitiude, and that you appear to be getting some relief from your medication. It can be hard to stay upbeat with PsA, but it is one of the best things we can do for ourselves.
Have you tried PT for your weaker joints? Either water or dry PT might be beneficial. I loved water PT, and I am now spending a lot of time in the water for my exercise. It feels wonderful! It might be something to discuss with the docs?
Anyhoo, I am glad you made it here, and look forward to knowing you better. If you have any questions, just ask!
I have had issue with touch...my rheumy indicated that I had gout along with PsA. It flares with diet it seems like or when I try to use a pen or pencil. It effect just around the joint.