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Axial Spondyloarthritis

Learn about this rare form of arthritis that affects the spine and pelvis and has two subtypes: ankylosing spondylitis and non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA).
Axial Spondyloarthritis Can Increase Your Risk of Spinal Fractures
Axial Spondyloarthritis

Axial Spondyloarthritis Can Increase Your Risk of Spinal Fractures

Simple tweaks to everyday habits can help protect your bones.
5 Signs That Your Ongoing Back Pain Could Actually Be Axial Spondyloarthritis
Axial Spondyloarthritis

5 Signs That Your Ongoing Back Pain Could Actually Be Axial Spondyloarthritis

This type of arthritis is hard to pinpoint because of its common symptoms.
This Rare Type of Arthritis Causes Severe Back Pain and Is Often Overlooked By Doctors
Axial Spondyloarthritis

This Rare Type of Arthritis Causes Severe Back Pain and Is Often Overlooked By Doctors

It mainly affects people younger than 40 and makes your spine incredibly stiff.
4 People With Axial Spondyloarthritis on What Helps During a Flare
Axial Spondyloarthritis

4 People With Axial Spondyloarthritis on What Helps During a Flare

Everyone’s experience with axSpA is different, but these real-life strategies show there are multiple ways to find relief when pain hits.
My ‘Running Injury’ Turned Out to Be a Rare Chronic Inflammatory Disease
Axial Spondyloarthritis

My ‘Running Injury’ Turned Out to Be a Rare Chronic Inflammatory Disease

Sandra Voss’s diagnosis journey started while she was training for a half-marathon.
Back Pain, Gut Trouble, Scaly Skin? It Might Be This Rare Health Condition
Axial Spondyloarthritis

Back Pain, Gut Trouble, Scaly Skin? It Might Be This Rare Health Condition

Your stomach and vision issues may not be so random after all.
What Might Be Going On If Rest Makes Your Back Pain Worse
Axial Spondyloarthritis

What Might Be Going On If Rest Makes Your Back Pain Worse

Sometimes a little wiggle or two (or three) is the only fix for a painful flare-up.
The Emotional Toll of Chronic Back Pain
Axial Spondyloarthritis

The Emotional Toll of Chronic Back Pain

As four women explain, living with ongoing discomfort is so much more than a physical burden.
How to Sleep More Easily With Axial Spondyloarthritis
Axial Spondyloarthritis

How to Sleep More Easily With Axial Spondyloarthritis

Nighttime pain is common with this condition, but there are things you can do to feel a lot more comfortable.
6 Types of Arthritis That Can Cause Back Pain
Pain

6 Types of Arthritis That Can Cause Back Pain

Don’t write off persistent aching just because you’re young.
7 Questions About Biologics People With Spinal Inflammation Should Ask Their Doctors
Ankylosing Spondylitis

7 Questions About Biologics People With Spinal Inflammation Should Ask Their Doctors

Bring these to your next appointment. 
I’m Furious That It Took Almost a Decade to Diagnose My Chronic Pain
Pain

I’m Furious That It Took Almost a Decade to Diagnose My Chronic Pain

I am a spine on fire. But I am not going to be quiet.