Whether it’s a dull ache or a sharp stab, back pain is among the most common of all medical problems. In any three-month period, about one-fourth of U.S. adults suffer through at least one ...
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Back pain is one of the most common medical complaints in America today. In fact, according to the Read More
You may think your back pain and spasms are the result of an injury, but it could be ankylosing spondylitis (AS). Here’s what to look for to see if you should get tested.
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If you or your doctor thinks you have ankylosing spondylitis (AS), you probably have a lot of questions. What exactly is AS? What will treatment be like? And how do you go about finding a ...
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Ankylosing spondylitis: overview
If you’ve received a diagnosis of ankylosing spondylitis (AS), you may be wondering what that means. AS is a type of arthritis that usually affects ...
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For those with ankylosing spondylitis (AS), massages may provide relief from muscle pain and stiffness.
If you’re like most people with AS, you’re probably used to having pain in your ...
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The normal spine and the effects of aging
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a form of arthritis that’s associated with long-term inflammation of the spinal joints, also ...
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Sometimes, you may think treating ankylosing spondylitis (AS) seems more trouble than it’s worth. And we understand. But at the same time, forgoing treatment can mean the difference between ...
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As with most chronic conditions, ankylosing spondylitis (AS) can be difficult to explain to others. This has resulted in a lot of misconceptions about the disease. That’s why we’ve gathered ...
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The first step to staying on top of your ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is making regularly scheduled appointments with your doctor. Of course, that also means actually keeping them and ...
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Even if you’ve fully prepared yourself for your upcoming ankylosing spondylitis (AS) appointment by making a list of your medications, noticing new symptoms, and even doing your own treatment ...
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Life with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) can be, well, burdensome to say the least. Learning how to adapt to your progressive disease can take some time and bring about a whole set of dilemmas. ...
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When you have ankylosing spondylitis (AS), it can seem like just another chore to make an appointment and see your rheumatologist. But that’s not always the case. Here are seven reasons why ...
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Is it just a sore back — or is it something else?
Back pain is a top ...
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