Ankylosing spondylitis

Abstract

Ankylosing spondylitis is an inflammatory rheumatic disease affecting the spine and joints. The main symptom that causes patients to admit to the hospital is inflammatory pain in the lower back. Early diagnosis of ankylosing spondylitis is very important to prevent permanent loss of function. Treatment include medication, physical therapy, and lifestyle modifications such as exercise and stress management. Treatment and care in ankylosing spondylitis focuses on symptom management and prevention of complications.