Can massage help with psoriasis?
ANSWER
Massage can help ease stress. Let your masseuse know ahead of time about your psoriasis, or find one who has experience working with the condition. Keep your doctor in the loop about any remedies you try.
From: Alternative Ways to Treat Psoriasis WebMD Medical Reference
Reviewed by Stephanie S. Gardner on July 21, 2019
SOURCES:
Canadian Dermatology Association: “Psoriasis.”
National Psoriasis Foundation: "Alternative Approaches to Psoriasis Treatment."
FDA.
USCF School of Medicine: "Sunblock."
SOURCES:
Canadian Dermatology Association: “Psoriasis.”
National Psoriasis Foundation: "Alternative Approaches to Psoriasis Treatment."
FDA.
USCF School of Medicine: "Sunblock."
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