Polyvagal Theory and Chronic IllnessDr. Stephen Porges developed his polyvagal theory in 1994. You may already know that the vagus nerve is involved in how we respond to stress. The vagus nerve is the... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Switching Biologics for Ankylosing SpondylitisPeople may switch the biologics they take for ankylosing spondylitis. They usually have a good reason for making this change. Still, there is much to consider before swapping. Weighing the... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Digital Health vs. Digital TherapeuticsTechnology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
COVID-19 Vaccine Response in Those Who Take BiologicsAnkylosing spondylitis (AS) and diseases like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are autoimmune diseases. The immune system normally creates antibodies to recognize and fight off infection. In... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Are Biosimilars?Biosimilars are highly similar to an already-approved biologic medication. Biologic medications (including biosimilars) are typically made from living organisms. Biologic medications may be generated from various sources, including human, animal... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Are Digital Therapeutics?Digital therapeutics (DTx) first entered clinical discussions in the 1990s. The idea was that technology could improve healthcare access. It could help overcome barriers of location, time, and resources. This... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Degenerative Disc Disease and ASAnkylosing spondylitis (AS) and degenerative disc disease are both illnesses of the spine that share many of the same painful symptoms. Sometimes it is even hard for doctors to tell... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Stress, Trauma, and Autoimmune Conditions: What Research RevealsPainful life experiences can take a toll on your physical and mental health. We know that stress and trauma raise your risk of illnesses like drug and alcohol misuse, mental... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Spondylitis, Spondylosis, Spondylolisthesis: What Is the Difference?The names of 3 health conditions that affect your spine sound very similar. However, spondylitis, spondylosis, and spondylolisthesis have some key differences. Here is a guide to each one. As... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How Doctors Dismiss Overweight PatientsIf you go to the doctor for a health issue or concern, or because you are in pain, you would expect a thorough examination to get to the root cause... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Healthcare Obstacles & The LGBTQ+ CommunityEditor’s Note: LGBTQ+ stands for people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer. To learn more about gender identity, check out the interactive website The Genderbread Person. Have... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
ACR Guidelines For Infusions During COVID-19New guidelines from the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) recommend ways to manage infusion services during the COVID-19 pandemic. They also explain what doctors must consider when deciding to give... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Relationship Between The Microbiome And Ankylosing SpondylitisAbout 40 years ago, researchers found out that people with HLA-B27 are much more likely to get ankylosing spondylitis (AS). HLA-B27 is a genetic trait associated with the immune system... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Racial Differences In AS ExperienceIn 2019, the Journal of Rheumatology published a review of information from a large database of people with ankylosing spondylitis (AS). Researchers found that AS may be worse in people... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How Ankylosing Spondylitis Is Different For WomenIn the past, doctors thought that ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and axial spondyloarthritis (AxSpA) were more common in men than women. Now, there is a growing understanding that women and men... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
New Treatment Guidelines for Ankylosing SpondylitisAS treatments become available as information about diagnosis and treatment evolves. It’s natural for treatment guidelines for diseases and conditions to change and get updated. This helps to ensure that... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Is a Clinical Trial Right for Me? 5 Questions to Help you DecideMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating in a clinical trial is right for you... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Taltz Approved to Treat ASLast week, the United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) announced that Taltz (ixekizumab) has been approved for the treatment of active ankylosing spondylitis (or radiographic axial spondyloarthritis) in... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Not Always a Placebo! Types of Clinical TrialsWhen many people think of clinical trials, they may think of testing a new experimental drug or taking a placebo pill. But, not all clinical trials involve treatment! Even among... By Editorial TeamBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Nightmares and Their Link to Inflammatory ArthritisAuthors of a study published in Brain and Behavior in March 2019 reported an unexpected discovery. Researchers were originally investigating the link between inflammatory arthritis, like ankylosing spondylitis, and an... By TK SellmanBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
