Active todayNew AS diagnosis and lostHi. I recently have been diagnosed with AS. I don’t have another appt until April. However I was given Diclofenac as a pain killer and it does not work! Does...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesAnkylosing SpondylitisCommunity SupportCoping
Active 7 days agoChristmas Gifts For People With ASWe are deep into the season of giving and it's got me thinking about what kind of things would make good gifts for those of us with chronic illnesses instead...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesAssistive DevicesCopingTips & Advice
Active 8 days agoWalking helpsSo I'm on methotrexate celebrex and prednisone for akalosing spondylitis I've been seeing an rumatology dr since November and on meds since January and I was originally diagnosed with this...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesExerciseCopingFlare Management
How do you stay grounded during stressful times?The link between stress and the inflammatory response means it’s crucial to find ways to destress in stressful times. Share your best tips for staying grounded when life gets overwhelming...Reactions0reactionsComments79 repliesCopingMental HealthFlare Management
Hearing LossI've recently been dealing with a new comorbidity possibly related to spondyloarthritis. I have mixed hearing loss. One ear is much worse than the other with sensorineural hearing loss. I...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesAnkylosing SpondylitisComorbiditiesCoping
Pain LevelWhen asked, “On a scale of one to ten…” We have all heard that many times. However, that’s hard to answer. I was diagnosed in 1978 and have lived with...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTips & AdviceCopingMisunderstood
What are you thankful for?Even amidst the challenges posed by axSpa, there remain compelling reasons to be thankful. What are you thankful for?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCopingCommunity SupportMental Health
How do you describe your pain (or: is this level of pain possible?) 😭Hi, folks! I'm new to this community, and I searched for an discussion like this one and I didn't find it, so I'm trying to start one 😊 First of...Reactions0reactionsComments22 repliesFlares CopingSymptoms
How does everyone manage AxSpA pain?I’m a newbie to the AxSpA family. As much as I wouldn’t wish this on others, I embrace being in this family. My discussion topic is pain. Really, the question...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesCoping
How do you stay comfortable when you're uncomfortable?If you suffer from AS, then you probably know the struggle of always trying to make yourself comfortable in almost every situation. What items or methods do you use to...Reactions0reactionsComments14 repliesCopingAssistive DevicesComplimentary Treatment