Spondyloarthropathy Treatment

• Pain in the lower back or buttocks is worse in the morning or after long periods of rest, and gets better with movement.
• Stiffness in the morning that can persist for many hours.
• An ongoing inflammation that causes fatigue that does not go away after sleeping.
• Swelling of other joints like knees, ankles or heels which are not related to the thumb or fingers.Swelling or pain in other joints not related to thumb/fingers such as knees, ankles or heels.
• If rib joints are affected, chest tightness or difficulty with deep breathing.
• Eye redness or irritation, patches of skin, or bowel issues as it is a whole-body disease and not exclusively a joint disease.

If the back pain or stiffness persists for more than three months, and worsens with rest, not activity, it's time to get checked.

These are the common causes and risk factors:

While there is no one single cause of spondyloarthropathy, there are some factors that increase the risk:

• This gene, called HLA-B27, is present in many patients but not all those with the gene will develop the disease.
• Close family history: If someone in your family has the condition, you are at risk of getting it, too.
• Age and gender: It typically appears before the age of 40 and is more common in males.
• Immune system reaction: Immune system attacks healthy tissue around the spine and joints leading to inflammation.
• Other factors: Individuals with psoriasis, inflammatory bowel disease or those who have previously had an infection are at higher risk for spondyloarthropathy.
   

Prevention

If you're predisposited to developing spondyloarthropathy, it may not be preventable but it can certainly be slowed and flare-ups can be prevented:

1. Maintain light stretches and mobility exercises.
2. Mind your posture while you are sitting and standing for the day.
3. Don't smoke because it makes it harder to breathe and stiff.
4. Follow an anti-inflammatory diet and limit processed foods.
5. Early signs of back pain and stiffness should not be ignored, it should be addressed as early as possible.

About Dr. Rajeev Keloth Nambiar

This is where Ayurveda comes in handy. Dr. Nambiar's Advanced Ayurveda in Pune treats the issues of the Asthi and Majja dhatu (bone and marrow tissue) imbalance in the body rather than just soothing the symptoms. Lifestyle modifications, dietary changes and certain Ayurvedic therapies help to reduce inflammation, improve flexibility and reduce reliance on painkillers and steroids. In the first week of therapy, many patients find a significant improvement in movement and posture.

This treatment is led by Dr. Rajeev Keloth Nambiar, BAMS, MD, who has over 26 years of experience in spine, joint and autoimmune diseases. This clinic that provides spondyloarthropathy treatment in Pune is a trusted place to start for those who have been suffering from Spondyloarthropathy for years without success and are looking for some relief.