Ankylosing spondylitis

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic, progressive inflammatory arthritis primarily affecting spine and sacroiliac joints, causing eventual fusion of the spine; it is a member of the group of the spondylarthropathies. Complete fusion results in a complete rigidity of the spine, a condition known as bamboo spine.

Related Topics:
Arthritis - Spine - Sacroiliac joint - Spondylarthropathies

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Treatment is with physiotherapy and medication. Some cases remain mild, while other result in marked disability.

Related Topics:
Physiotherapy - Medication

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