Spondyloarthritis

Spondyloarthritis - How to prevent?

Although there is no prevention or cure for spondyloarthritis, the awareness of risk factors and symptoms allows for early detection and treatment. Contact your doctor if you have symptoms suggestive of spondyloarthritis or if you have already been diagnosed with it and new symptoms or complications develop.

Spondyloarthritis - Preparing for surgery

Spondyloarthritis - Post-surgery care

Spondyloarthritis - Other Information

Family Medicine,

Orthopaedic Surgery,

Pain Management (Acupuncture),

Axial Spondyloarthritis (Ankylosing Spondylitis),

FAQs on Biologics and Biosimilars,

Golimumab,

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug,

Prednisolone,

Sulfadiazine,

Tumor Necrosis Factor Inhibitor

Article contributed by Orthopaedic Surgery, Singapore General Hospital; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery; Department of Family Medicine

The information provided is not intended as medical advice. Terms of use. Information provided by SingHealth

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