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Ankylosing Spondylitis
What is Ankylosing Spondylitis?
Ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic form of arthritis that primarily affects the spine. It begins with inflammation in the spinal joints, and as the inflammation subsides, new bone growth occurs between the vertebrae. This process gradually fuses parts of the spine, leading to stiffness, reduced flexibility, and persistent pain. The condition often affects young men in their twenties and thirties, with a strong genetic link being a major risk factor.
What are the Symptoms of Ankylosing Spondylitis?
The symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis can vary and often come in flare-ups, with long symptom-free periods in between. Your physiotherapist at acephysiosports.com will guide you in managing these symptoms so you can continue living an active lifestyle.
Common Symptoms Include:
- Low back pain
- Pain in shoulders, neck, buttocks, and thighs
- Stiffness when moving
- Pain or redness in the eyes (uveitis)
- Extreme tiredness and fatigue
- Anaemia
- Anxiety or depression due to chronic pain
- Weight loss
- Reduced ability to perform daily activities
How is Ankylosing Spondylitis Diagnosed?
There is no single test to diagnose ankylosing spondylitis. Instead, doctors use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and imaging. Early diagnosis is essential to reduce long-term complications and ensure better treatment outcomes.
- Blood tests (to check for inflammation markers or HLA-B27 gene)
- X-rays or MRI scans of the spine and sacroiliac joints
- Observation of symptoms such as pain, stiffness, and reduced mobilityli>
How Can Physiotherapy Help with Ankylosing Spondylitis?
Physiotherapy plays a vital role in managing ankylosing spondylitis. A personalised treatment plan helps reduce pain, minimise stiffness, and maintain mobility. With consistent sessions, patients can regain strength, posture, and quality of life.
Benefits of Physiotherapy:
- Pain reduction
- Less stiffness in spinal and peripheral joints
- Improved posture
- Reduced fatigue and better energy management
- Increased strength and flexibility
- Better cardiovascular fitness
- Return to normal daily activities and sports
Physiotherapy Treatments for Ankylosing Spondylitis
Different physiotherapy techniques are used depending on individual symptoms and progression of the condition. The physiotherapist at acephysiosports.com will select the most effective treatments for you.
Possible Physiotherapy Options:
- Hydrotherapy: Gentle exercises in warm water to relieve stiffness.
- Pain control modalities: Including ultrasound, TENS, or heat therapy.
- Strengthening exercises: To maintain muscle support for the spine.
- Range of movement exercises: To prevent joint stiffness.
- Cardiovascular activities: Such as cycling or swimming for overall health.
- Postural training: To reduce spinal deformity and maintain upright posture.
- Massage therapy: To relieve muscle tension and pain.
- Splinting or support devices: To ease painful joints.
- Wax therapy & cryotherapy: For joint pain relief.
- Education & pacing advice: To manage daily activities efficiently.
Summary
Ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic condition where spinal inflammation leads to stiffness, pain, and fusion of vertebrae. Symptoms range from back pain and fatigue to reduced mobility and postural changes.
Physiotherapy is one of the most effective ways to manage ankylosing spondylitis. Specialist physiotherapists at acephysiosports.com design comprehensive treatment programmes tailored to individual needs, focusing on reducing pain, improving posture, restoring movement, and enhancing quality of life.
To arrange a physiotherapy appointment , please email us at admin@acephysiosports.com or call +65 81535374.
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