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New Biologic Treatment Options For Axial Spondyloarthritis

Jan. 16, 2022

Here is the link to the article from The Spondylitis Associations website.

Axial Spondyloarthritis Differences in Men vs. Women

Jan. 9, 2022

This episode is based upon this article . This article is well worth your time to read as their is a lot of links to other valuable topics.

Is This Pain Part Of Axial Spondyloarthritis?

Dec. 12, 2021

In this episode I look at some areas where you may experience pain from AS. This episode is based upon this article ( Here ).

Women's Pain May Be Worse Than Realized

Dec. 5, 2021

In this episode I look at a recent article from Creaky Joints ( here ) that looks at a study from The Journal of Rheumatology ( here ) that discusses a study that looks at men and women with AS and the levels of pain that ea…

Back Pain Quiz

Nov. 28, 2021

In this episode I look at a 12 question quiz on back pain found at The Arthritis Foundation website. Episode on Iritis www.spondypodcast.com/48 But Women Don't Get AS. www.spondypodcast.com/21

Gratitude And A Chronic Illness

Nov. 21, 2021

In this episode I look at how have an attitude of gratitude can provide for better mental and health benefits set against a backdrop of my struggles. I based this episode from an article by Heather R. Parker and here is the…

Wellbeing And Depression

Nov. 14, 2021

In this episode I look at your wellbeing and some lead ups to depression based upon some of my experiences. This is based upon this article.

Muscle Spasm's

Oct. 31, 2021

In this episode I look at an article on axialspondyloarthritis.net by Ali Long on her exploration of what was causing her severe upper back muscle spasms . Ali's Instagram Page instagram.com/anky_as_spanky

Ankylosing Spondylitis - A Real Pain In The Neck

Oct. 24, 2021

In this episode I look at neck pain that you can encounter with sometimes advanced stages of AS. I based this episode upon this article, neck pain .

Giving Yourself A Shot

Oct. 17, 2021

In this episode, I discuss the basics of giving yourself a shot for fighting Axial Spondyloarthritis. This episode was based upon an article from myspondylitisteam.com. Here is a link to article.

Advice For My Younger Self

Oct. 11, 2021

In this episode I look at an article by Lisa Marie Basile. This new article in titled Advice For My Younger Self that can be found on ankylosingspondylitis.net. Lisa was a past guest on the show, I hope you enjoy that episod…

Memory Loss and Fatigue

Oct. 4, 2021

In this short episode, I look at memory loss and fatigue based upon the following article .

Doctor, Do I Have Axial Spondyloarthritis?

Sept. 26, 2021

In this episode I discuss why you want to use the term Axial Spondyloarthritis when trying to get a diagnosis for what is ailing you. Here is the link to the NASS website and the videos mentioned.

It's Not Working, Treatment Disappointment

Sept. 20, 2021

In this episode I review an article from ankylosingspondylitis.net called: It's Not Working: Dealing With Treatment Disappointment Link

Nutrition

Nutrition With Andrew Boss, Pt. II

Sept. 12, 2021

Part 2 of the discussion on nutrition with Andrew Boss.

Nutrition With Andrew Boss, Pt. 1

Aug. 30, 2021

In this episode I talk with Andrew Boss, who has spent lots of time learning about how nutrition affects his Axial Spondyloarthritis. The things discussed in here are not to be interpreted as medical advice. Please consult y…

Who's On Your Axial Spondyloarthritis Care Team?

Aug. 22, 2021

This episode is based off of an article from Everyday Health. Here is a link to the article . Nifty Grabber - https://amzn.to/3jUhFrY Reading/Husband Pillow - https://amzn.to/2VO7xZV Cooling Patch - https://amzn.to/3yIK5eF J…

13 Things To Help You Get Through A Flare

Aug. 15, 2021

In this episode I review an article titled 13 Little Things To Help You Through An Ankylosing Spondylitis Flare ( Link to article). This article was published a few weeks ago and features two prior guests on the show: Lisa …

Talking To Family And Friends About Axial Spondyloarthritis

Aug. 8, 2021

In this episode I try to pass along a few ideas on how to discuss Axial Spondyloarthrits with your family, friends, and acquaintances. Here is the link to the article . Past Articles: 29 Things about AS you should understand…

Surgery

Understanding Joint Replacement Surgery In Axial Spondyloarthritis

Aug. 1, 2021

This was a really interesting topic that is important to a percentage of people with Axial Spondyloarthritis. Here is a link to article.

Medicine

Biologics For The Treatment Of axSpA

July 25, 2021

In this episode I look at biologics for the treatment of Axial Spondyloarthritis (axSpA). The information for this was taken from the following website: https://www.myspondylitisteam.com/resources/how-do-biologics-treat-spon…

Neuropathy and Axial Spondyloarthritis: Is it Related?

July 18, 2021

In this episode I look briefly at neuropathy and is it part of Axial Spondyloarthritis? Please review this article for further details https://www.spondylitis.org/research-new/neuropathic-pain-in-axial-spondyloarthritis/

Trying To Tackle Fatigue

July 11, 2021

In this episode I look at fatigue that affects us all and some things that might help you like sleep, exercise, and hormonal issues. I based this episode on an article from axialspondyloarthritis.net and here is a link to t…

My Thoughts On My Years With Axial Spondyloarthritis

July 4, 2021

In this episode I do some reflecting on what my life has been like with Axial Spondyloarthritis.