Active todayChilling Effects: AS/AxSpa and Cold Weather DiscussionsAs the weather turns colder, many people living with AS/AxSpa experience unique challenges and considerations. Cold weather can have a significant impact on our daily lives and overall well-being. How...Reactions 0 reactions Comments16 repliesCommunity SupportSymptomsTips & Advice
Active 3 days agoNavigating Life with AS and AxSpa: Coping Strategies and ExperiencesLiving with a chronic condition like ankylosing spondylitis can present numerous challenges, both physically and emotionally. From managing pain and stiffness to adapting to changes in daily routines, individuals with...Reactions 0 reactions Comments23 repliesCopingTips & AdviceAxial Spondyloarthritis
Active 3 days agoLiving With AxSpa and Peripheral Spondyloarthritis When symptoms occur mostly in places other than the spine, the condition is called peripheral spondyloarthritis. There are several types of pSpA, including: -Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) -Reactive arthritis -Arthritis with...Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 repliesCopingPeripheral SpondyloarthritisTips & Advice
What's something you wish you were told when you were diagnosed? We learn a lot from our diagnosis through experience, trial and error, and sharing information. What's one thing you wish you would have been told when you were first diagnosed?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments17 repliesCopingDiagnosisTips & Advice
Looking for house slippers; any suggestions? Hello! We recently moved from a carpeted home to a hardwood home. Pair that with AS and goodness my feet hurt! I use to just wear Snoozies but it seems...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesTips & AdviceAnkylosing Spondylitis
Tips for Requesting Support Share your experiences, ask questions, and discover effective strategies for communicating your needs with loved ones and healthcare professionals. Together, we can make navigating this journey a bit smoother and...Reactions 0 reactions Comments16 repliesFriends & FamilyCommunity SupportTips & Advice
Calcium supplements if you have AS?I have been told I have osteopenia - the beginnings of osteoporosis. Is taking a Calcium ssupplement safe if you already have fusion in your spine? I exercise regularly, but...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesTips & AdviceComorbidities Ankylosing Spondylitis
Featured How do you respond when someone unfamiliar with AxSpa questions your change of plans?Sometimes we might respond calmly; other times may be more defensive. Do you have a go-to response? Do you use it as a time to educate? Let's vent!...Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 repliesFriends & FamilyTips & AdviceMisunderstood
Finding BalanceWhether you're navigating the challenges of work, treatment, maintaining a social life, or all of the above, this is the place to connect with others who understand your journey. Share...Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 repliesComplimentary TreatmentTips & Advice
"But You Don't Look Sick?!"Axial spondyloarthritis, though often invisible to the naked eye, can significantly impact daily life. This forum provides a space to share your encounters with this well-intentioned yet sometimes perplexing inquiry...Reactions 0 reactions Comments15 repliesFriends & FamilyMisunderstood Tips & Advice
