Focus on Ankylosing Spondylitis
Understanding Ankylosing Spondylitis What is Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)?Ankylosing Spondylitis is a long-term, inflammatory condition that mainly affects the spine and sacroiliac joints—where the pelvis meets the lower spine. It is a form of autoimmune arthritis, meaning the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues, leading to inflammation. Over time, this inflammation can cause stiffness