Morning Routine to Ease Psoriatic Arthritis Stiffness

To reduce symptoms of psoriatic arthritis, movement can be a big help. Stretching and being physically active helps loosen up stiff and painful joints. That means at night — when you’re most inactive — the joints may start to become stiff, swollen, and painful. 

As a result, the mornings are often when psoriatic symptoms are most severe. This can make it tough to get up, get dressed, and prepare yourself for the day. Having a good morning routine may help reduce those unpleasant psoriatic arthritis symptoms.

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Lauren Smith, MA

Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.

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Alexandra Schwarz, MD

Alexandra Schwarz, MD, is a board-eligible sleep medicine physician and a board-certified family medicine physician. She is a member of both the AASM and the ABFM.

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