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Spondylitis, in the case of Ankylosing Spondylitis, can be somewhat prevented by swimming and spine movement excercises. Going to a Physical Therapist can be beneficial in that excercises are taught and maintained, that help with spinal movement and muscle strengthening. Swimming helps because it suspends you and allows you to move with more freedom.
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Can ankylosing spondylitis be prevented?
There is no known way to prevent AS.
What is rheumatoid spondylitis also called?
Ankylosing spondylitis
What is the population of Spondylitis Association of America?
The population of Spondylitis Association of America is 9.
Is ankylosing spondylitis an autoimmune disease?
Yes, ankylosing spondylitis is an autoimmune disease.
What term means inflammation of the vertebrae?
Spondylitis is the medical term meaning inflammation of the backbone.
What is thoracolumbar spondylosis?
Thoracolumbar spondylitis can be referred to as lumbar spondylitis or cervical spondylitis. Thoracolumbar refers to the lumbar or thoracic vertebrae. It is a form of arthritis due to age-related disease in joints and the spine.
Can ankylosing spondylitis cause chronic low back pain?
Ankylosing spondylitis is a form of arthritis that causes chronic pain in the back.
What other condition is Ankylosing spondylitis often mistaken for?
Ankylosing spondylitis is often confused with mechanical back pain in its early stages.
Is there a cure for spondylitis?
There are many possible treatments available for spondylitis. Treatment is based on the kind of spondylitis, as there are different kinds. This includes medication, excercise and physical theraphy, postural practices, hot and cold theraphy and finally, surgery.
Is spondylitis a hereditary?
Spondylitis, particularly ankylosing spondylitis, has a genetic component, with a strong association to the HLA-B27 gene. While having the gene increases the risk of developing the condition, it does not guarantee that an individual will have spondylitis. Environmental factors and other genetic influences also play a role in the disease's development. Thus, while there is a hereditary aspect, it is not solely determined by genetics.
What type of doctor treats ankylosing spondylitis?
A rheumatologist
Characterized by stiffness of the vertebral joint?
Ankolising spondylitis
