How to cope with fatigue with RA and psoriatic

Biggins92

I'm 27 and Ive had rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis for roughly 4 year and I'm feeling more tired than ever but havnt had much pain recently, I work in security and have done for nearly 8 year doing the same hours but lately feel like I cant cope anymore .. any suggestions on coping techniques.
Thanks

Brynmor

Hi Biggins92 and welcome to the Versus Arthritis community.

Being tired and fatigued is a common feature of arthritis. We all know what it is like to feel totally washed out and not feel refreshed after a rest or sleep. Although you haven't had much pain recently, the constant low level ache can often be very debilitating over time.

Our website has a great page of information on this aspect of arthritis and includes some useful tips on self-management and what you can do to help yourself.

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/managing-symptoms/managing-fatigue/

Do let us know how you get on and if you have found anything that helps you.

All best wishes

Brynmor