This form of arthritis primarily affects the spine, causing inflammation of the vertebrae. The shoulders, hips, ribs, heels and small joints of the hands and feet can also be affected. ...
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a type of progressive spinal arthritis. The spine contains 24 vertebrae and 110 joints and if you have AS, the joints can fuse together, causing pain and ...
Back pain is one of the most common reasons to see a doctor. Chronic back pain can be a symptom of ankylosing spondylitis, a form of arthritis that often starts before age 40.
After I spent some time reading more research and testimonials from those suffering with Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS), I still don’t think I am pronouncing it correctly, but I am ...
Even though I have yet to pronounce ankylosing spondylitis correctly -- much less say it three times fast -- at least now I have a grasp on what this disease is all about. Although not ...