Sypondylitis

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What is Spondylitis and Spinal Degeneration?

Spinal Spondylitis is a chronic inflammatory dieses that primarily causes pain and inflammation of the joints between the vertebrae of the spine. Spondylitis may also cause inflammation and pain in other parts of the body.

Spondylitis affects more males than females and onset generally occurs between late adolescence and age 40. The KKT process plays an integral role in stimulating the connective tissues of the spine to promote cellular regeneration.

SIGNS OF POTENTIAL CONCERN

Early signs and sympomts of spondylitis may include:

  • Chronic pain in the neck or lower back and hips, especially in the morning and after periods of inactivity.
  • Stiffness in the lower back or hip area

As the condition progresses, one may experience inflammation and pain other parts of the body:

  • The area where tendons and ligaments are attached to bones
  • Joints between the ribs and spine
  • Joints in the hips, shoulders, knees and feet

IN ADVANCED STAGES, THESE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS MAY DEVELOP:

  • Restricted expansion of the chest
  • Chronic stopping
  • Stiff, inflexible spine
  • Fatigue
  • Loss of appetite
  • Weight loss
  • Eye inflammation (uveitis)
  • Bowel inflammation

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