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Ankylosing Spondylitis

Ankylosing Spondylitis

Peer-Reviewed Article

Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of inflammatory arthritis that affects the spine and sacroiliac joints and causes low back pain and progressive spinal stiffness.

New bone formed as a result of calcification caused by ankylosing spondylitis is weak, and therefore more susceptible to stress fractures.

Overview

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Development and Progression of Ankylosing Spondylitis

New bone formed as a result of calcification caused by ankylosing spondylitis is weak, and therefore more susceptible to stress fractures.

Ankylosing Spondylitis

Illustration of facet joint calcifications of the spine as a result of anklylosing spondylitis

Progression of Ankylosing Spondylitis in the Spine

Video

Anterior view of Ankylosing Spondylitis labeling the facet joints.

Ankylosing Spondylitis Video

Symptoms

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Ankylosing Spondylitis Symptoms

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5 Unusual Ankylosing Spondylitis Symptoms

Causes and Diagnosis

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Ankylosing Spondylitis Causes and Risk Factors

Treatment

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Ankylosing Spondylitis Surgery

Posterior view of a skeleton and nerves

Ankylosing Spondylitis Treatment

Wellness

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How to Sleep Better if You Have Ankylosing Spondylitis

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