Ankylosing Spondylitis

What is it and how is it treated by the spine specialists at Tailored Medical Management?

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What Is Ankylosing Spondylitis?

This chronic (long term) condition is a type of arthritis that affects the spine. As a result of increased bone spurs (osteophytes) in the spine, the vertebrae may fuse together or grow, causing a rigid spine. The symptoms of Ankylosing Spondylitis may develop over a period of many months or even years.

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Causes

There are no known causes other than genetic factors. It has been observed, through research, that the HLA-B27 gene significantly increases the chances of developing this condition. Studies show that 9 out of 10 individuals with Ankylosing Spondylitis carry a gene known as the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) B27.

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Symptoms

The initial symptoms and signs of Ankylosing Spondylitis include stiffness and pain in the hips and lower back, particularly in the morning and after inactivity. Fatigue (or tiredness), inflammation and swelling in the knees (and ribs) are also common symptoms. As time passes, these symptoms can improve, worsen, or occur only at irregular intervals.

Generally, the areas affected include:

The cartilage between ribs and breastbone
Shoulder joints
The joint between pelvis and base of the spine
Hip
The vertebrae in lower back
The areas where ligaments and tendons attach to the bones

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