The right kind of physical activity can be a critical part of a psoriatic arthritis treatment plan. In this video, learn about the benefits of exercise for psoriatic arthritis, according to Leah Alon, MD, Rheumatologist at the Harlem Health Center and Queens Health Center in New York City.
Dr. Alon is a board-certified Rheumatologist in New York City.
References
Di Minno, M.N.D., et al. (2014). Weight loss and achievement of minimal disease activity in patients with psoriatic arthritis starting treatment with tumour necrosis factor α blockers. Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases.
National Psoriasis Foundation. (n.d.). Living with psoriatic arthritis.
NYU Langone Health. (n.d.). Lifestyle changes for psoriatic arthritis.
Pagán, C. N. (n.d.). How to start an exercise Program. Arthritis Foundation.
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