Smoking and axial spondiloarthritis ...Hi.Could someone tell and explain to me how exactly smoking affects axial spondiloarthritis and enthesitis?Thank you in advance...reactions1reply
Pain-night to morning...I'd like to know if anyone experiences the following; From , 6 pm to 7 am or even 2 hours later in...reactions8replies
Hi, I would like to chat with people about what I'm going through....Chat with people that understands me and my problems...reactions3repliesAxial Spondyloarthritis
Why Advocating for Yourself Feels Difficult, Especially With Family...For those grappling with Axial Spondyloarthritis (axSpA), moments with family can quickly become challenging encounters that leave us frustrated and misunderstood. I...reactions2comments
Tips For Dating With AS...Dating with a chronic illness sure can be tough. We have a complicated enough relationship with our immune system, so having another...reactions3comments
Does anyone have lift chair/recliner/rocker...I’m going to retire my Well know rocker / recliner after 20 years and thinking about getting a lift chair since it’s...reactions23repliesAssistive Devices
Living in assisted living with AS...My brother is 78 and has AS. He was diagnosed about 2 years ago. He is in assisted living due to other...reactions2repliesTreatmentAnkylosing Spondylitis
From Pet to Partner: How My Dog Helps Me Navigate Life With AS...It 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 Post-Surgery Flare Up Without Biologics...I got my breast reduction surgery in early July of this year. It was my first surgery and I got through it...reactions5comments
What happened to my ankle??...Hello everyone, I am needing some feedback/info on an issue that gained my attention very quickly. I was Dx with PsA a...reactions5replies
AS ...Hello what’s the difference between HX AS and DX AS ?...reactions2repliesCommunity SupportAnkylosing Spondylitis
My Life Didn’t End When I Was Diagnosed With AS...Seven years ago, my already chaotic, 18-year-old world was rocked. Amidst a blur of final exams, breakdowns and breakups, my back and...reactions9comments
Three Ways I Overcame Anxiety About (Another) Diagnosis...As I sat in that sterile conference room, awaiting confirmation from my genetic counselor, I couldn't help but feel detached from the...reactions4comments
Biologics Side Effects...I recently started biologic injections (Cosentyx) to help manage my axSpA. 2 days after my injection I get flu like symptoms (nausea...reactions6repliesAxial Spondyloarthritis Side EffectsTips & Advice
Extreme weather and flairs...Hello everyone, I know that it's been really hot lately, so I just wanted to send you all positive thoughts, peace, &...reactions6replies
Biologics ...I switched from the biologic (Cosentyx) that had been working for a while, to a biologic that was approved for use during...reactions4repliesTreatment
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...reactions20repliesAxial Spondyloarthritis ExerciseSurgery
An Interview With Personal Trainer and AS Patient, John Frazier...Here at AxialSpondyloarthritis.net, we know that fitness and AxSpa can have a complicated relationship. Exercise is important to reduce stiffness and maintain...reactions1comment
Addressing My Gut Health To Help With My AS Symptoms...Three years before my diagnosis, while I was playing college tennis, I was having a lot of gut and joint issues. That’s...reactions1comment
Humira and acid reflux ...Hello, I have suffered with daily acid reflux (Gerd) for the last 3 years or so. I have just had my first...reactions2replies
