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We conducted semi-structured interviews with 11 participants with PsA (3 men and 8 women) and used qualitative content analysis to analyze the text. The results showed a main overarching theme of meaning and three subthemes. They were \u2018Taking charge of life despite the constant murmur of pain\u2019 through \u2018Sorting out vulnerability\u2019, \u2018Reaching acceptance and engagement\u2019, and \u2018Directing focus to change\u2019. Nine categories further described the components of pain management: \u2018face uncertainty for the future, \u2018consider restrictions\u2019, \u2018illuminate the invisible\u2019, \u2018increase awareness\u2019, \u2018find a permissive environment and social support\u2019, \u2018enhance inner endurance\u2019, \u2018reformulate emotions and thoughts\u2019, \u2018use distracting activities\u2019, and \u2018adjust activities\u2019. The action components of pain management interpreted from a theoretical perspective highlight the importance for the patients of attaining the satisfaction of three basic psychological needs, i.e., competence, autonomy, and relatedness. 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