Insurance is Crucial for Patients With AxSpAI was informed I had a gene mutation a few months ago that could contribute to more severe health complications down the...reactions2comments
Investing in Tools That Help Make Life Easier With ASSomeone once told me to never skimp when buying the tools you’ll use the most. This has taken on a new meaning...reactions16comments
7 Years in "No Diagnosis Land," Part 1Many people experience symptoms of AxSpA for quite some time before being diagnosed. Some are misdiagnosed, while others are dismissed as having...reactions5comments
Health Professionals I’ve Added to My AS TeamOver the years I’ve visited a number of different health professionals to help me manage my axial spondyloarthritis. Some have not proven...reactions1comment
Switching From a Biologic to a BiosimilarI began my first biologic treatment, Humira, just over a year ago. After 11 months, I had a follow-up appointment with my...reactions3comments
Building a Care TeamBeing chronically ill means that doctor’s appointments are routine and frequent. It also likely means you have several different types of doctors...reactions2comments
Managing Seasonal Joint Pain for a More Fulfilling LifeThere was a time when the changing seasons used to bring me joy, but now it seems to give me joint pain...reactions5comments
Why Advocating for Yourself Feels Difficult, Especially With FamilyFor those grappling with Axial Spondyloarthritis (axSpA), moments with family can quickly become challenging encounters that leave us frustrated and misunderstood. I...reactions2comments
Periods and Ankylosing Spondylitis: How I ManageWhenever my period is on its way, I know the true (monthly) battle is beginning. Not only do I contend with the...reactions16comments
Keegan’s Experience With the Mediterranean DietMy husband Keegan finally hit the point where his AS was stable. The last few years brought lots of challenges that impacted...reactions3comments
AxSpa and HysterectomyWhen it comes to diseases that include a lot of inflammation, we often see a lot of co-existing illnesses. My struggles started at...reactions3comments
My Top 5 Comfort Must-Haves For ASWhen I started experiencing symptoms of AS, comfort suddenly became the forefront of my life. If you suffer from AS, then you...reactions15comments
Chronically Ill Through COVID-19The COVID-19 pandemic as well as my spondyloarthritis (SpA) have tossed me in so many directions over the past 2 to 3...reactions5comments
From Pet to Partner: How My Dog Helps Me Navigate Life With ASIt wasn’t my idea to get a dog. My 9 year old daughter was obsessed. I can’t tell you how many times...reactions3comments
My Decision to Stick With a Biologic, and How It’s HelpedThe decision to start any medication is one that I do not take lightly. I do my due diligence, ask lots of...reactions4comments
Like a RockThe Bob Seger tune "Like a Rock" came on my music player as I walked the other day. It got me thinking of...reactions11comments
The 2024 Social Health Awards ProgramWe are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards program! The Social Health Awards is an awards...reactions1comment
My Life Didn’t End When I Was Diagnosed With ASSeven years ago, my already chaotic, 18-year-old world was rocked. Amidst a blur of final exams, breakdowns and breakups, my back and...reactions9comments
Today Will Be Better: Managing Mental Health With Chronic ConditionsEditor's note: This article discusses suicide and mental health issues.Dave Courtney lived a truly fascinating life. Growing up in a similar area of...reactions8comments
My Experience With Taking Biologics for ASI’ve been on biologics now for two and a half years. Before biologics, I was desperate for relief from the pain my...reactions7comments
