the goal of psoriatic arthritis treatment is to control inflammation stop joint destruction and maximize joint function. skin symptoms and joint symptoms are usually treated at the same time. the initial treatment for psoriatic arthritis often includes nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (nsaids) such as ibuprofen or naproxen (advil excedrin ib motrin). nsaids can provide long-term relief from the chronic pain and inflammation of psoriatic arthritis. there are many different nsaids. sometimes you must try several nsaids before you find the safest and most effective one for you.
what is the initial standard treatment for psoriatic arthritis?