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What symptoms of AS do you experience?

Chronic, long-term back pain is one of the most commonly reported health problems in the United States. Not surprisingly, back pain is also the most reported symptom by people living...

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Are you diagnosed with AS or AxSpa?

There are 2 types of axSpA: radiographic and non-radiographic. Radiographic axSpA (r-axSpA or AS) In radiographic axSpA, inflammation, and bone damage are visible on X-rays. This is most commonly called...

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Family history

Hi everyone I know we all have our different views on biology medicine and would never tell anyone or expect anyone to tell me what to do. I live in...

AS & Movement/Exercise

Hi, everyone. I'm very interested to hear what kind of movement and exercise you do — if you can still do exercise, of course. While there are things I can't...

Returning to normal following lower spine surgery - starting PT

Living with AS can present unique challenges, but incorporating physical therapy techniques, especially following major surgery, can help improve flexibility, reduce pain, and enhance overall quality of life. Let's share...

A New Year, New Beginnings

Feeling quite stressed and unsure of my future living with AS. Managing anxiety and stress, I recently started a new meditation app to help ease symptoms. As the New Year...

Learn the WIM HOF METHOD to reduce inflammation

15 years ago, I was diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis (AS), a type of arthritis that causes inflammation in certain parts of the spine and the sacroiliac joint. Since I started...

Pain on walking

Hi everyone. I am new here! Only formally diagnosed yesterday, after at least 7 years of being dismissed. I am laid wide awake uncomfortable in bed and questioning my diagnosis...

Burning sensation

Hi. Im new to this group. I have burning sensations all over my legs and arms. My rheumatologist just dismisses me. Does anyone else experience this?...

Balancing rest and activity during a flare

Hi all, I have nr-axspa and am currently in the throes of a 12 day and counting flare up. It’s been so tough, as I know everyone in this community...

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