Ankylosing Spondylitis - Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Explained

Ankylosing Spondylitis - Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Explained

From PACE Hospitals Podcast by PACE Hospitals

March 5, 2026 · 18 min · Season 2 · Episode 9

About this episode

This episode explores ankylosing spondylitis, its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

The chronic inflammatory condition called ankylosing spondylitis affects the sacroiliac joints, which link the pelvis and spine. When the body's immune system targets healthy tissues in specific areas, chronic inflammation results. Long-term back discomfort, stiffness, and decreased flexibility may result from this. In some cases, the bones of the spine may gradually fuse, limiting movement and posture. In this episode of the Ankylosing Spondylitis podcast, we explore the early symptoms...

People in this episode

Host: PACE Hospitals

Topics covered

  • ankylosing spondylitis
  • chronic inflammation
  • sacroiliac joints
  • back pain
  • treatment options

Keywords

  • ankylosing spondylitis
  • chronic inflammation
  • back pain
  • sacroiliac joints
  • treatment

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Organizations: PACE Hospitals

Books & works: Ankylosing Spondylitis

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