Holistic Treatment For Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- What Is It? & Symptoms
- Diagnosis & Expected Duration
- Prevention & Treatment
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Prevention
There is no way to prevent ankylosing spondylitis.
Treatment
The aim of treatment is to reduce joint pain and to prevent, delay or correct any damage or deformities of the spine and other joints.
Medications To reduce pain, stiffness and inflammation, you may be given nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin and others) or naproxen (Aleve). These medications may help to control your pain so that you can continue normal activities and...
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Introduction to Ankylosing Spondylitis
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