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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is ankylosing spondylitis?
Ankylosing spondylitis is an arthritis type characterized by long-term inflammation of the joints in your spine. Although the cause is unknown, certain genetic factors are believed to be involved.
Symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis
Back pain improves with exercise
Low back pain
Back pain that shoots to the legs
Back pain
Low back hurts even though I keep still
Questions your doctor may ask to check for ankylosing spondylitis
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose ankylosing spondylitis
Do your symptoms improve with exercise?
Do you have pain in the lumbar back?
Do you have pain or numbness in your buttocks, back of your thighs, shins, or feet?
Do you have back pain?
Does your low back hurt even if you are not moving?
Treatment for ankylosing spondylitis
There is no cure for ankylosing spondylitis, but medications can be prescribed to reduce symptoms and control disease progression. Your doctor will recommend physiotherapy and exercises.
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Dr. Nakamura is a rheumatologist who has practiced in the Ota Nishinouchi Hospital attached to Ota General Hospital, National Health Insurance Matsudo City Hospital, Chiba University Hospital, and the National Health Insurance Asahi Central Hospital.
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