FeaturedActive todayWhat's your AxSpA/AS Story?How many years have you been living with AxSpA? What has your experience been like getting diagnosed? How has life changed for you... 0 reactions 1 repliesCopingTips & AdviceDiagnosis
FeaturedHow do you cope with flares?Axial spondyloarthritis can bring great pain and flares in moments without sudden warning. From the community we have heard from many people who bring different approaches to their health and... 0 reactions 2 repliesFlare Management
Active todayWhat's it like living with AxSpA and Fibromyalgia?Fibromyalgia and AxSpA have a lot in common. They are both rheumatic diseases. Rheumatic diseases cause inflammation in your body, especially in your joints, tendons, muscles, and bones. They can... 0 reactions 1 replies
Active todayAs this progresses do you start to have severe muscle spasms in back and rib cage area? 0 reactions 7 replies
Active todayIntroduce yourself to the community!Sometimes the only people who understand are others who are living with AxSpA/AS. Your story may really help someone else. Tell us about: 1 fact about your life with AxSpA... 0 reactions 1 repliesCopingFriends & Family
Active yesterdayStruggles With SleepPain makes it difficult for me to fall asleep. While I've tried to improve my sleep hygiene and use pain management techniques before going to sleep, the struggle to sleep... 0 reactions 0 repliesInsomniaSleep
Active yesterdayDo you have additional health issues?What are other health issues you face besides your AxSpA/AS diagnosis... 0 reactions 4 repliesComorbiditiesDiagnosis
Active yesterdayWhat foods make you flare?It seems like everyone has certain food(s) they avoid because it can trigger symptom flares. What foods or drinks have you removed from your diet to reduce inflammation and pain... 0 reactions 4 repliesDiet & NutritionFlare Management
Active yesterdayHave you and your employer discussed workplace accommodations due to your AxSpA?Working with a chronic condition like AxSpA can require changes in the workplace, reduced or changed hours, or even switching jobs. What have you found helpful from your employer or... 0 reactions 1 repliesWork & Employment
FeaturedActive 2 days agoWhat does everyone's treatment plan look like?While two people may have the same diagnosis for axial spondyloarthritis, they may have stark treatment recommendations from their healthcare team. Medication that may work for one person may cause... 0 reactions 4 replies
FeaturedActive 5 days agoHow do seasonal changes affect your AxSpA/AS?Do changes in the weather or seasonal changes affect your AxSpA or AS? Are there particular seasons, types of weather situation, or climates that ease or exacerbate your symptoms... 0 reactions 14 repliesWeatherFlare Management
