- Set a sleep schedule: Your body needs a set bedtime, so try to go to bed and wake up every day at the same time. Try utilizing your alarm clocks to help with this.
- Skip caffeine, nicotine, and alcohol before bedtime: Although you may think these will help you relax, they can actually make it harder to fall asleep.
- Don’t eat for 2 to 3 hours before bedtime: Eating a big meal before bed may cause stomach gas that can keep you awake at night.
- Relax before bedtime: There are a number of ways you can relax before bedtime and take your mind off of whatever may have caused you stress during the day. This list includes taking a soothing, warm bath to ease your joint pain and stiffness, listening to soft music or reading a book.
- Make your bedroom for sleep only: Try removing any distractions such as your TV, computer, cellphone, etc. You should also keep your room dark, quiet, and cool.
- Use comfortable, supportive bedding: Make sure your mattress and pillows are comfy and supportive. The wrong mattress and pillows can not only cause a lack of sleep, they can also make your pain worse.
Furthermore, if you have a sleep disorder, you should seek treatment.
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4. Pace yourself
You should prioritize your to-dos throughout the week. This will help you accomplish everything you need to when you are feeling low on energy.
5. Journal
Journaling what causes your fatigue and when you experience it most will help you get a clear picture of how your body responds. It may also be helpful to share with your doctor so that they can get you the appropriate treatments.
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6. Rule out other causes
Psoriatic arthritis can be accompanied by fibromyalgia, depression and anxiety. All also have the ability to cause fatigue.
Lastly, remember to take your medications to ease inflammation and pain as prescribed by your doctor.
Setting reminders on your phone may help. If you take your medications properly, your fatigue should be minimized.
However, in some cases, your medication may be the blame for your fatigue. In that case, you should ask your doctor about changing or adjusting your medication. You should never adjust or stop taking your medication on your own.