Don't Be a Pain in My AS!When you become ill it seems like everyone around you all of a sudden becomes a "doctor." They want to tell you...reactions4comments
How to Cope With a New DiagnosisBeing newly diagnosed can be a daunting and overwhelming experience. While a new diagnosis is never easy, I share some steps that...reactions4comments
Where Is My Energy When I Need it the Most?Energy is what we need to keep going. Energy is what we need to feel good. Energy is what we need for...reactions9comments
How I Cope With AS and FibromyalgiaEveryone deals with pain and fatigue differently. Those are my main symptoms from AS and fibromyalgia. My fibro diagnosis came a few...reactions20comments
My New Food and Movement in Managing Ankylosing SpondylitisContent warning: Eating behaviors and nutrition. There are usually three camps when it comes to managing ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and other chronic...reactions19comments
The Moment I Stopped FightingThe AS warrior! I was a fully fledged soldier on the battle to fight this disease. I threw everything at it and...reactions3comments
The Negative Impact of Positivity CultureI once worked for a company where the notion of positivity was prized above all else. Falling short of your sales target?...reactions6comments
The Big Ride With Ankylosing SpondylitisI did “the big ride of the season,” at least for me. It is the big bicycle ride in downtown Indianapolis; it...reactions9comments
I Had a Busy Summer - How I’m Doing Now!The summer of 2022 was a wild ride for me. It started with being sick for 8 straight weeks, with 2 hospital...reactions1comment
Navigating the Online World of Axial SpondyloarthritisLike so many other places online, the axial spondyloarthritis community has become an increasingly polarized place to inhabit in recent years. I...reactions3comments
How to Navigate a Diagnosis Without a Good Support SystemA diagnosis can change everything. Suddenly, we’re thrust into a new world of doctors' appointments, treatments, and lifestyle changes. And while having...reactions9comments
AnkylosingSpondylitis.net Giveaway Terms and ConditionsThese Official Rules apply to any giveaway (or “Promotion”) published on AnkylosingSpondylitis.net, a Health Union (“Health Union” or “We”) owned and operated...reactionscomments
I Survived Hurricane Ian With ASI moved to Orlando, Florida from NY about a year ago. I wanted a better environment for my children as well as...reactions6comments
Hey, Rheumatologists: Do BetterI’m in a somewhat unique position as an ankylosing spondylitis patient. Not only am I a patient, but I’m also a chronic...reactions1comment
Healing Is A ProcessA few articles from my peers has made me reflect on the stage I am at with AxSpa. I have learned to...reactions16comments
Going on My First Trip Post Diagnosis and PandemicOf course I was very excited to explore Mexico and the USA, but I had no idea how things were going to...reactions2comments
My Tug of Spondyloarthritis WarDo you ever get the idea that your joints and you have a distinct difference of opinion about which way to go?...reactions2comments
An Invitation to an Event Full of EmotionsOne thing I miss about the beginning of the pandemic is not having to worry about events. Not having to worry of...reactions4comments
Using a Wheelchair in Public for the First TimeI’ve been using mobility aids for a while. My main two have been my rollator walker and my cane. If you’ve seen...reactions7comments
Is It Time To Turn The Page?Things have changed so much during my 21 years with arthritis. I was 24 when my symptoms began. My mother, her parents...reactions1comment
