Ankylosing Spondylitis Center

Ankylosing spondylitis is a form of inflammatory arthritis that primarily affects the spine.  In the AS Condition Center, read about symptoms, such as pain and stiffness.  You can also learn about treatments and why exercise is so important for patients with ankylosing spondylitis.

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Ankylosing spondylitis symptoms usually first appear between the ages of 15 and 45.

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What is Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) is arthritis that causes joint inflammation and stiffness for more than 6 weeks in a child of 16 years of age or less. There are several types of JRA, and this article gives an overview.

Surgery for Ankylosing Spondylitis

Here's some good news: most patients with ankylosing spondylitis won't need surgery. Read about the situations where surgery may be recommended and what procedures surgeons use for AS. Also includes tips for an easy recovery from spine surgery.

Non-surgical Treatments for Ankylosing Spondylitis

To deal with the symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis, you have several non-surgical options. Exercise can bring pain relief and keep your spinal joints mobile. Your doctor may prescribe medications for inflammation. Other options are explained, too.

Rheumatoid Arthritis Research and Treatment Updates

Article includes current rheumatoid arthritis advances, research, and treatment information. Contains links to learn more information about what's going on in RA news today.

Symptoms of Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis

In juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA), some of the most common symptoms are joint swelling and pain. Often, children have a lot of pain in the morning or after a nap. Review other typical JRA symptoms.

Causes of Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis

The medical community isn't sure what causes juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA). They know it's an autoimmunie disease; the immune system turns against the body and attacks healthy tissues. That's what causes joint inflammation associated with JRA.
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