Spondylitis and Spinal Degeneration
Spondylitis affects more males than females and onset generally occurs between late adolescence and age 40.

Spondylitis is a chronic inflammatory disease that primarily causes pain and inflammation of the joints between the vertebrae of the spine and the joints between the spine and pelvis. Spondylitis may also cause inflammation and pain in other parts of the body.

 

Signs of Potential Concern:

Early signs and symptoms of Spondylitis may include:  
  • Chronic pain in your neck or lower back and hips, especially in the morning and after periods of inactivity; and
  • Stiffness in your lower back or hip area.

As your condition progresses, you may experience inflammation and pain in these other parts of your body:  

  • The area where your tendons and ligaments attach to bones;
  • Joints between your ribs and spine ;
  • Joints in your hips, shoulders, knees and feet; and
  • Your eyes.
In advanced stages, the following signs and symptoms may develop:  
  • Restricted expansion of your chest;
  • Chronic stooping;
  • Stiff, inflexible spine;
  • Fatigue;
  • Loss of appetite;
  • Weight loss;
  • Eye inflammation (uveitis); and
  • Bowel inflammation.

If you have any of these symptoms or related concerns, please schedule a visit to a KKT Centre near you for a detailed assessment. Contact Us.

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