Conditions We Treat
Psoriatic Arthritis Treatment in Manassas, VA
Psoriatic arthritis treatment in Manassas, VA aims to calm joint and tendon inflammation, protect your joints, and work alongside your skin care. Our rheumatologists diagnose psoriatic arthritis with exams, lab work, and ultrasound, and offer modern therapies including in-office infusions.
- Board-certified rheumatologists
- Most insurance plans accepted
- Mon to Fri, 8am to 5pm
Joint and skin coordinated care
Ultrasound in office
What Is Psoriatic Arthritis?
Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is an inflammatory arthritis that affects some people with psoriasis, a skin condition that causes scaly patches. PsA can affect joints, the spine, and the places where tendons and ligaments attach to bone (entheses). Joint symptoms sometimes appear before skin symptoms.
Common Symptoms
- Swollen, painful joints, sometimes on one side of the body
- Whole fingers or toes swelling like sausages (dactylitis)
- Heel or foot pain where tendons attach
- Lower back or neck stiffness
- Nail pitting or nail separation
- Fatigue and morning stiffness
Causes and Risk Factors
PsA results from an overactive immune response combined with genetic factors. Having psoriasis, especially involving the nails or scalp, and having a family history of psoriasis or PsA increase the risk.
How We Diagnose Psoriatic Arthritis
Your clinician examines your joints, skin, and nails and reviews your history. Blood tests help rule out rheumatoid arthritis and gout. X-rays and musculoskeletal ultrasound can show joint and tendon inflammation, sometimes before damage is visible.
Treatment Options
- Anti-inflammatory medications for mild symptoms
- Disease-modifying medications such as methotrexate
- Biologic and targeted therapies that treat both joints and skin, some given through our infusion center
- Joint injections for a few active joints
- Exercise, physical therapy, and coordination with your dermatologist
When to Seek Care
If you have psoriasis and develop joint pain, swollen fingers or toes, or heel pain, schedule a rheumatology evaluation. Early treatment can help prevent permanent joint damage.
Next steps
Get evaluated in Manassas
Call (703) 361-3255 or request an appointment online. Our Manassas office is open Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.
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How We Help
Services Used to Evaluate and Treat Psoriatic Arthritis
These in-office services may be part of your evaluation or treatment plan.
IV medications for rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, osteoporosis, and more.
Radiation-free, real-time imaging of joints, tendons, and soft tissue to look for inflammation.
Corticosteroid, hyaluronic acid, and PRP joint injections as one part of a broader treatment plan.
Removing and testing fluid from a swollen joint to help find the cause, such as gout or infection.
Your Care Team
Rheumatology Clinicians Who Treat Psoriatic Arthritis
Our board-certified rheumatologists and nurse practitioners care for patients with psoriatic arthritis at our Manassas office.
Nurse practitioner
Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
FAQs
Psoriatic Arthritis Questions
Answers to common questions from patients in Manassas and across Northern Virginia.
Can I have psoriatic arthritis without psoriasis?
Yes. Some people develop joint symptoms before skin changes, and some have a family history of psoriasis instead.
Is psoriatic arthritis the same as rheumatoid arthritis?
No. They are different diseases, though both are inflammatory. PsA often affects tendons, nails, and the spine, and blood tests for RA are usually negative.
Will treatment help my skin too?
Many PsA treatments also improve psoriasis. We coordinate with your dermatologist when needed.
Are infusions used for psoriatic arthritis?
Some biologic medications for PsA are given by infusion. Learn about our infusion services.
Related Conditions
Related Conditions We Treat
Many rheumatic conditions share symptoms or occur together. Learn about related conditions.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Inflammatory joint pain, swelling, and stiffness
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Inflammatory back and spine pain
Gout & Pseudogout
Crystal-related joint flares
Bursitis & Tendinitis
Soft tissue pain and inflammation
Request an Appointment
Schedule a Visit for Psoriatic Arthritis
Request an appointment online or call (703) 361-3255 to be evaluated at our Manassas office.
