How to exercise with ankylosing spondylitis
Updated on September 25, 2024
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In the early stages of ankylosing spondylitis, when the impact on the sacral and other joints is minimal, normal activities such as swimming and jogging are acceptable. However, in the later stages of ankylosing spondylitis, as the disease progressively affects the sacral, hip, and knee joints, it becomes necessary to adjust the exercise regimen, mainly focusing on walking. It is important to avoid localized exposure to the cold and to take oral medications that nourish the joint cartilage. Daily local heat therapy for the joints or appropriate acupuncture can also help to some extent in delaying the erosion and damage of the joints by ankylosing spondylitis.
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