Hidden disability ...I am so sick of people judging me for having a blue parking badge. Because I look fine they think I'm fine...reactions3replies
"Blessed by B27"...Hello, my name is Simon, and I am 45 years old. Since 2019, I have been suffering from spinal arthritis with the...reactions9comments
The Marine Story...Today, I am a disabled Marine veteran in my 70s, experiencing pain in my lower and upper back that began in 1975...reactionscomments
The Weather Is Changing and I'm in Pain...Last week the temps were in the 50s, then the 30s, and on Sunday, it was 77! It’s going to be 20...reactionscomments
I've had pain from AS before. but this time it's worse...I thought I was developing bursitis because of hip pain and limited mobility. However, after a few days, it changed. Unlike anything...reactions4replies
How I Manage My AxSpa Without Biologics (part 2)...This is a continuation of How I Manage My AxSpa Without Biologics: Nutrition and Movement. In the first part, I talked about...reactions2comments
How to Communicate to Someone That They Hurt Your Feelings...One of the hardest lessons I've learned over the years is the importance of communicating your feelings, especially when hurt by a...reactions2comments
FeaturedFlight tips...Hi all I am due to go on holiday tomorrow and unfortunately I am dreading the long 11 hour flight and wondering...reactions6repliesAnkylosing SpondylitisTips & AdviceTravel
New AS diagnosis and lost...Hi. I recently have been diagnosed with AS. I don’t have another appt until April. However I was given Diclofenac as a...reactions7repliesAnkylosing SpondylitisCommunity SupportCoping
Hot Water - I’m in it all the time. Lol...I have a question : Has anyone noticed that your skin is more sensitive when you take a shower ? I have...reactions6replies
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...reactions4repliesAnkylosing SpondylitisAxial Spondyloarthritis Alternative Treatment
Temporary disability in South Africa...I have been put on 6 months temp disability leave by my Rheumie and I have found my employer to be so...reactions1replyWork & Employment
How I Manage My AxSpa Without Biologics: Nutrition and Movement...2025 marks 10 years since my AxSpa diagnosis! What a journey! Once I got the diagnosis, my rheumatologist suggested strong anti-inflammatory medication...reactions4comments
New Non-opioid Pain Pills Approved By FDA...I thought this is excited News and wanted to share it with you . It will Allow anyone who were afraid to...reactions2replies
Reviews of bio meds ( RIVOQ) ...Hello, i am new here, i was diagnosed about 5 years ago which they said was called chronic Bilateral Sacroiliitis and on...reactions3repliesAnkylosing SpondylitisAlternative TreatmentCommunity Support
Headaches ...Since going off Humira 3 years ago I’ve been getting headaches at night that seem to be referred from chronic upper thoracic...reactions2replies
Being Unable To Exercise As I Want...Something that has been difficult for me ever since becoming chronically ill with AxSpA is the change of lifestyle – particularly working...reactions17comments
Hearing Loss...I've recently been dealing with a new comorbidity possibly related to spondyloarthritis. I have mixed hearing loss. One ear is much worse...reactions4repliesAnkylosing SpondylitisComorbiditiesCoping
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...reactions1replyAlternative TreatmentAnkylosing SpondylitisAxial Spondyloarthritis
My First Relationship (and Break Up) With AS...Up until recently, I had never been in an official romantic relationship. I was in my "having fun stage" before chronic illness...reactions6comments
