According to ABC News, Phil Mickelson revealed he’d been diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis back in 2010. Psoriatic arthritis, per Mayo Clinic, is a type of arthritis that mainly affects people already dealing with psoriasis, causing joint issues, back and foot pain and inflammation of the eye. There is no cure; however, treatment can reduce symptoms.
Mickelson first became concerned after he experienced bouts of joint pain while preparing for an upcoming tournament, per ABC News. “I didn’t think much of it,” shared Mickelson. “But I didn’t know what it was or what it could be.” And while Mickelson first hoped the pain would go (and stay) away, it returned worse than before, scaring Mickelson. “I started wondering what it was, and if it was even treatable,” he continued. After scheduling a visit with a rheumatologist, he received his diagnosis.
Unfortunately, psoriatic arthritis can lead to a loss of mobility, which would be extremely detrimental for a professional athlete. However, Mickelson’s career is still going strong over a decade after learning of his condition. In 2021, he won the PGA Tour Championship, per CBS News, just one year before he landed a $125 million contract with the LIV Golf tournament, per CNBN — proving his skills are still in high demand. But just how does Mickelson manage to stay healthy amid his diagnosis?
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