21/01/2026
As a disease characterised by pain and stiffness in the lower back, hips and buttocks, ankylosing spondylitis is the chronic inflammation of the spine and joints in the lower back.
Over time, the chronic spinal inflammation can lead to the complete fusion of the vertebrae.
Ankylosing spondylitis is more commonly seen in men than in women, and typically develops between the ages of 20 and 45. Individuals with the HLA-B27 gene may also face an increased risk.
If you are at risk of ankylosing spondylitis, or have experienced chronic pain in the lower back, consult an experienced rheumatologist for prompt assessment today. ๐๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ณ๐ฎ ๐ฐ๐ฏ๐ฏ๐ณ