Arthritis

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a rare type of arthritis in the spine whose main symptom -- back pain -- is a common, everyday complaint. That’s just one reason why so many people with AS wait years for a correct diagnosis.

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a disease that can upend lives. Learn how two people ultimately found a way to forge ahead after their diagnoses.

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) advocate Jed Finley details growing up with the condition and shares how its challenges led him to his passion: creating community.

Diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis (AS) at age 14, Jayson Sacco shares his day-to-day routine and offers hope to others with the condition.

Ankylosing spondylitis can be challenging to diagnose and treat. WebMD looks into the latest promising therapies and treatments.

Occupational therapist Sarah Terrible shares key changes and home upgrades that help make daily life easier when you have ankylosing spondylitis (AS).

There are lifestyle choices that can help your AS. Learn one doctor’s journey to discover just that.

Finding out you have AS can bring a lot of emotional pain. Meet two young men who have found real-world solutions to that pain.

In addition to learning how to live life as an adult, people with AS also have to learn to deal with the physical pain the condition can bring. Here’s how two people figure out life with that pain.

You may have heard of ankylosing spondylitis, but do you really know what it’s like to live with it? Read one woman’s story.

Living with ankylosing spondylitis: How to get support at work and home.

Shoulders, hips, and more. See how ankylosing spondylitis can affect many areas of your body.

You just had your first gout flare, so what happens now? Learn how to take control, improve your habits, and lower your chances of another.

Learn about the importance of arthritis exercises. Experts agree that some arthritis pain relief may come from exercise.

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Managing your weight can reduce unnecessary stress on your joints. Get tips on diet and exercise when you have arthritis.

Arthritis can make every task challenging, especially at work. Get tips from WebMD for minimizing joint pain, strain, and stiffness at work.

Shopping and cooking with arthritis present challenges. WebMD went to experts for tips on minimizing joint pain during these everyday activities.

Learn how to reduce stress and manage arthritis symptoms with these simple tips from WebMD.

WebMD lists the exercises you should do for strong, healthy joints. Find out what type of cardio to do, and why lunges, squats, and stretching can help.

Tai chi is one of many alternative therapies that can provide relief from pain, possibly letting you cut back on pain medications. Learn more at WebMD.

Your joints might like it if you text a little bit less and get more exercise, including strength training. WebMD explains why.

Your diet can affect your joints. WebMD explains what types of food are best for healthy joints.

Gentle movements of the ancient Chinese exercise tai chi are one of many alternatives to help elderly people find pain relief.

Learn how diet, weather, stress, and other factors may lead to a gout flare -- and what you can do to lower your risk of a flare.