Ankylosing Spondylitis

Question 1

For a patient with Ankylosing Spondylitis, how can we manipulate the ankylosed segments?

Answer 1

Direct manipulation techniques on an ankylosed segment is contraindicated

Question 2

What spinal motion/curve should we exaggerate in our interventions?

Answer 2

Exaggerate lumbar lordosis

Question 3

Are males are females more affected?

Answer 3

Males

Question 4

Typical Age Range?

Answer 4

Between 20-40