Monkeymom

656d

Hi! I was diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis last week. I know some but could use more info from someone with personal experience and any tips. Thank you!

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    • joycounting

      311d

      I utilize a cherp wheel and also stretch nighly.

    • Deanna44

      656d

      Invest in a really good heating pad! ... I am new at this myself ..

    • Monkeymom

      656d

      That's great to know. May I ask your age and how long you have had this?

    • Monkeymom

      656d

      I'm 32, literally today is my birthday 😂. And I was diagnosed a few days ago

    • Deanna44

      656d

      52 and I started having back issues about 3 years ago but after a bad fall on my kitchen tiles.. was dx with spondylitis and severe degenerative disc disease

    • Deanna44

      656d

      Going to schedule my spinal fusion this weds

    • Deanna44

      656d

      Happy Birthday 💕🙏

    • Deanna44

      656d

      I also found out that a good pain spray really helps alot

    • CarissaD

      656d

      Heat will be your best friend!

    • Ary

      656d

      sounds silly but staying in motion helps keep everything lubed up in your bones

    • Mark88

      654d

      Hi there! How are you feeling now? It's some big news to handle so take your time to adjust and tell us if you started any medications and how it's going so far. Be well!

    • Monkeymom

      653d

      Thank you for the birthday wishes. I'm doing ok. I have a lot to learn

      • sjg0214

        329d

        @Monkeymom hi! I just joined the Alike app, and noticed we are similar in age and condition. I was diagnosed with AS in April of this year, but have had symptoms for quite a while. I was also just diagnosed with ADD. How are you doing with your AS? Did you choose to start a medication?

    • joycounting

      311d

      I utilize a cherp wheel and also stretch nighly.

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