Psoriasis Therapies

There is no cure for psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis, but people have a wide range of treatment options at their disposal to help them gain control over their psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis. Many different therapies can effectively eliminate or reduce the symptoms associated with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. No single treatment works for everyone, but something is likely to work in most cases. Some experimentation may be required before an effective approach is discovered.

Appropriate treatments are determined by a number of factors, including the type of psoriasis, its location on the body, its severity and a person's age and medical history. A physician—particularly a dermatologist —can provide guidance in selecting the right therapy.

This section of the National Psoriasis Foundation's Web site presents an overview of the available treatments for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, including traditional therapies within mainstream medicine and alternative approaches. By helping people understand the entire extent of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis treatments, the NPF aims to encourage everyone that they can successfully manage their disease.