There are over 100 different types of arthritis, ranging from mild to quite severe. Arthritis commonly affects the joints as a result of inflammation. Arthritis can affect anyone at any age and nearly three out of five people living with arthritis are under the age of 65, this according to the Arthritis Society of Canada. One type of arthritis, in particular, is psoriatic arthritis. It is most commonly seen in individuals with psoriasis – a skin condition. In those cases, it is typical that psoriasis comes first, followed by psoriatic arthritis. Causes and risk factors of psoriatic arthritis Like many other forms of arthritis, psoriatic arthritis is caused when the body’s immune system attacks itself – meaning healthy cells are put under attack. This attack […] Read More