Ankylosing Spondylitis

Author : Michael H. Weisman
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2010-12-01
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780199753154

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Ankylosing Spondylitis by Michael H. Weisman Pdf

Ankylosing Spondylitis is an inflammatory arthritis that affects the spine and sacroiliac joints as well as other parts of the body, and that can eventually lead, in some patients, to complete fusion of the vertebrae and total rigidity. AS is not a rare health problem, but is in fact found in almost one percent of the US population, typically strikes young people and young families, and in its various forms is probably more common than rheumatoid arthritis. In this invaluable guide, Dr. Michael H. Weisman, one of America's leading authorities on AS, provides a down-to-earth, crystal-clear guide that is ideal for patients and their family. Dr. Weisman explains what AS is, discusses the genetic background to the disease (including the genes that researchers think may predispose some people to AS), explains how to diagnose the disease early and possibly prevent the later development of debilitating rigidity, the use of MRI for early detection, and much more. The book outlines which medications (such as TNF inhibitors) seem the most promising right now, the various drug side effects, the value of physical therapy, other treatment approaches, and whether surgery can be used to manage the complications of the disease. AS can lead to severe disability, but even those who have a milder form will experience painful "flares" alternating with periods of remission. Since it is a progressive disease in many patients, it is very important to reach patients as early as possible. This book will arm patients with the vital information they need to combat the disease. Laurie M. Savage, the Executive Director of the Spondylitis Association of America (SSA), the main patient support group world-wide, has written a foreword to the book. In addition, SSA will endorse the book and their logo will appear on the cover.

Author : Joachim Sieper,Jurgen Braun
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 92 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2010-11-25
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780857291806

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Ankylosing Spondylitis by Joachim Sieper,Jurgen Braun Pdf

Ankylosing Spondylitis in Clinical Practice is a concise, practical guide on the diagnosis and management of this debilitating condition. This book is aimed at clinicians who treat Ankylosing Spondylitis. It provides an authoritative, accessible guide to the diagnosis, management and treatment of ankylosing spondylitis.

Author : Stefan Siebert,Raj Sengupta,Alexander Tsoukas
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 181 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780198755296

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Axial Spondyloarthritis by Stefan Siebert,Raj Sengupta,Alexander Tsoukas Pdf

Axial spondyloarthritis is the commonest inflammatory arthritis affecting the spine. Typically first presenting to a variety of primary and secondary care professionals, the high global disease burden of this condition has created a need for increased awareness of this condition across a range of rheumatology specialties. A pocketbook aimed at the non-specialist reader Axial Spondyloarthritis is the essential guide to this common condition. Focusing on the practical implications of developments in classification, diagnosis and treatment, this easily accessible text fully covers the broader spectrum of the disease. Concise and fully illustrated, this addition to the Oxford Rheumatology Library covers the history and pathophysiology of axial spondylitis, alongside detailed sections on treatments, complications and manifestations of the condition. With each section supported by a handy key points section, Axial Spondyloarthritis is a useful and constructive resource for any practitioner or trainee encountering this condition.

Author : Chloe McLeod
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2016-03-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0994527039

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Anti-Inflammatory Eating by Chloe McLeod Pdf

If you are interested in following a mostly plant-based, wholefood diet aiming for long-term good health, and/or you suffer from one of the many forms of arthritis, including osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosis, Psoriatic arthritis, and Gout, as well as any other health issue that may result in or from inflammation, such as diabetes, heart disease and obesity, this cook book will help you become the healthiest YOU possible.As dietitians who specialise in working with people that suffer with inflammatory conditions, the thing we get asked for the most are recipes. So, we have put together a collection of quick, easy and most importantly, tasty meal and snack ideas that aim to reduce the inflammation burden within the body.All our recipes are based on wholefoods that are fresh and seasonal. To make your life as easy as possible, we have also chosen foods which you can easily buy at your local farmers market, green grocer or supermarket; we have avoided including random ingredients that you will probably only ever use once or twice!Everyone can benefit from including these recipes as a regular part of their diet, not just those with inflammatory conditions. As Hippocrates said, 'Let food be thy medicine, and medicine be thy food'. Now, more than any other time in history, research is indicating that he was, and still is, correct.

Author : Joachim Sieper,Jürgen Braun
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2011-10-24
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781907673306

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Clinician's Manual on Ankylosing Spondylitis by Joachim Sieper,Jürgen Braun Pdf

An overview of diagnosis and current management of ankylosing spondylitis. Presented in a clear, concise format High quality clinical photos and figures to enhance descriptions and aid diagnosis Written by well-known authors in the field

Author : Scott A. Johnson
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2014-10-09
Category : Ankylosing spondylitis
ISBN : 1502403757

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Beating Ankylosing Spondylitis Naturally by Scott A. Johnson Pdf

An essential guide for AS patients, their loved ones, and physicians who want to discover the research and evidence-based natural options to beat ankylosing spondylitis naturally. Explore the intricacies of ankylosing spondylitis and how it affects the body with someone who actually has AS-bestselling author, naturopath, and natural health expert Dr. Scott A. Johnson.~ Learn the connection linking AS, eating, and gut health and how being armed with this knowledge may help you reduce AS symptoms. ~ Examine evidence-based natural remedies to quiet inflammation, soothe pain, and manage the various complications associated with AS. ~ Discover lifestyle modifications that can ease your suffering. ~ Investigate exercises to preserve back flexibility, strengthen the core, and reduce pain. ~ Realize how you can enjoy a fulfilling and satisfying life despite having AS.

Author : Arthritis Australia
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 098050242X

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Taking Control of Your Ankylosing Spondylitis by Arthritis Australia Pdf

Author : Muhammad Asim Khan
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780195368079

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Ankylosing Spondylitis by Muhammad Asim Khan Pdf

Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) and related diseases called spondyloarthropathies (SpA) are the second most common form of chronic inflammatory arthritis after Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Unfortunately, most patients with AS and SpA are either never diagnosed, or they are inadequately treated. The current mean delay in the diagnosis of AS ranges from 5 to 10 years, and the presenting clinical manifestations of these diseases are wide-ranging and heterogeneous, and thus a variety of health care professionals see AS and SpA patients, from primary care physicians to rheumatologists and other medical and surgical specialists. With the availability of newer, highly effective treatments and better methods of musculoskeletal imaging, such as the MRI, there is an urgent need to improve early diagnosis and reduce any inappropriate delay in obtaining effective treatment. Earlier diagnosis and treatment can mitigate the severity of the disease, and make a meaningful difference for patient care and quality of life. The proposed book is designed for specialists and generalists alike, and is intenteded to expedite accurate diagnosis and initiation of appropriate treatment in order to alleviate unnecessary suffering. Part of the new Oxford American Rheumatology Library series, this pocket-sized book provides practical, evidence-based information for clinicians to aid diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care for patients with AS and SpA. The book provides pointers to early diagnosis, prognosis, clinical manifestations, socioeconomic aspects, and disease management. It also provides comprehensive coverage of current treatment options, including the latest biologics, as well as non-drug therapies.

Author : Muhammad Asim Khan, MD,Nurallah Akkoc, MD
Publisher : Professional Communications, Inc
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2023-10-11
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781545756867

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Ankylosing Spondylitis—Axial Spondyloarthritis by Muhammad Asim Khan, MD,Nurallah Akkoc, MD Pdf

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and related forms of spondyloarthritis (SpA) are, as a group, as common as rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Their presenting clinical manifestations are wide-ranging and heterogeneous, and the patients end up seeing a variety of medical and surgical health care professionals before they get diagnosed. Early diagnosis and effective management can mitigate the severity of the disease, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of these patients. This book provides evidence-based, practical information on all aspects of AS - Axial SpA, with emphasis on clinical features, pointers for early diagnosis, and comprehensive coverage of current treatment options, including the latest biologic therapies.

Author : Barend J. van Royen,Ben A. C. Dijkmans
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2006-01-13
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781000611793

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Ankylosing Spondylitis by Barend J. van Royen,Ben A. C. Dijkmans Pdf

The first and only interdisciplinary guide dedicated to the subject, this reference leads readers through the pathogenic, genetic, clinical, and biomechanical aspects of ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and addresses issues related to outcomes assessment, medical treatment, surgical complications, disease management, and genetics.

Author : Alan Ebringer
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2012-11-08
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781447143000

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Ankylosing spondylitis and Klebsiella by Alan Ebringer Pdf

Ankylosing spondylitis and Klebsiella is a comprehensive and informative text on the cause of Ankylosing spondylitis. Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a condition which affects 20 million people worldwide and is likely caused or initiated by a bowel infection from Klebsiella bacteria. When a patient is infected by Klebsiella bacteria, his or her immune system will make antibodies against all the antigens or molecules found in the microbe. Because some of the bacterial antigens resemble self tissues, the anti-bacterial antibodies will attack not only the bacteria but also the self tissues such as the joints and the cells having the same HLA molecules, which is how the disease AS starts. This is the concept of molecular similarity or “molecular mimicry” which previously has been found to work in two other autoimmune diseases; rheumatic fever and rheumatoid arthritis. The first paper on this subject was published in 1976 and since then over 100 papers on rheumatological topics have been published, from Prof Ebringer’s group, at the Division of Life Sciences, King’s College in London, UK. The relevant information from these papers is extracted and presented in this book format making it accessible to health professionals, research institutions, pharmaceutical companies and universities and the general public.

Author : Michael H. Weisman
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2010-12-01
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780199752928

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Ankylosing Spondylitis by Michael H. Weisman Pdf

Ankylosing Spondylitis is an inflammatory arthritis that affects the spine and sacroiliac joints as well as other parts of the body, and that can eventually lead, in some patients, to complete fusion of the vertebrae and total rigidity. AS is not a rare health problem, but is in fact found in almost one percent of the US population, typically strikes young people and young families, and in its various forms is probably more common than rheumatoid arthritis. In this invaluable guide, Dr. Michael H. Weisman, one of America's leading authorities on AS, provides a down-to-earth, crystal-clear guide that is ideal for patients and their family. Dr. Weisman explains what AS is, discusses the genetic background to the disease (including the genes that researchers think may predispose some people to AS), explains how to diagnose the disease early and possibly prevent the later development of debilitating rigidity, the use of MRI for early detection, and much more. The book outlines which medications (such as TNF inhibitors) seem the most promising right now, the various drug side effects, the value of physical therapy, other treatment approaches, and whether surgery can be used to manage the complications of the disease. AS can lead to severe disability, but even those who have a milder form will experience painful "flares" alternating with periods of remission. Since it is a progressive disease in many patients, it is very important to reach patients as early as possible. This book will arm patients with the vital information they need to combat the disease. Laurie M. Savage, the Executive Director of the Spondylitis Association of America (SSA), the main patient support group world-wide, has written a foreword to the book. In addition, SSA will endorse the book and their logo will appear on the cover.

Author : Juerg Hodler,Rahel A. Kubik-Huch,Gustav K. von Schulthess
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Electronic books
ISBN : 9783030712815

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Musculoskeletal Diseases 2021-2024 by Juerg Hodler,Rahel A. Kubik-Huch,Gustav K. von Schulthess Pdf

This open access book focuses on imaging of the musculoskeletal diseases. Over the last few years, there have been considerable advances in this area, driven by clinical as well as technological developments. The authors are all internationally renowned experts in their field. They are also excellent teachers, and provide didactically outstanding chapters. The book is disease-oriented and covers all relevant imaging modalities, with particular emphasis on magnetic resonance imaging. Important aspects of pediatric imaging are also included. IDKD books are completely re-written every four years. As a result, they offer a comprehensive review of the state of the art in imaging. The book is clearly structured with learning objectives, abstracts, subheadings, tables and take-home points, supported by design elements to help readers easily navigate through the text. As an IDKD book, it is particularly valuable for general radiologists, radiology residents, and interventional radiologists who want to update their diagnostic knowledge, and for clinicians interested in imaging as it relates to their specialty.

Author : Muhammad Asim Khan
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2002-07-11
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780191500169

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Ankylosing Spondylitis: The Facts by Muhammad Asim Khan Pdf

Ankylosing spondilitis is a chronic form of arthritis known to affect around 1 in 200 people (over 1 million sufferers in the USA alone). No cure has yet been found for the disease, however, early diagnosis and proper medical management can be important in reducing the risk of disability and deformity. Ankylosing spondilitis: the facts is the first mass market book to be published on this important disease. It provides clear and accessible information on treatment, diagnosis, genetic counselling, and daily life with this illness. Professor Khan is one of the leading experts in the world on AS, while also suffering from it. This combination of scientific knowledge and personal experience of a debilitating disorder results in a unique book which will prove invaluable for sufferers wishing to know more about their condition, and those that share their lives.

Author : Maxime Dougados,Désirée van der Heijde
Publisher : Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
Page : 86 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2004-04-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781903734445

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Fast Facts: Ankylosing Spondylitis by Maxime Dougados,Désirée van der Heijde Pdf

'Fast Facts: Ankylosing Spondylitis' is a practical, fact-filled handbook for health professionals who need to update their knowledge of this disorder for the benefit of the patients in their care. • Provides a concise overview of the clinical features of the disease and differential diagnosis • Includes the most recent information on the genetic basis of this disorder • Covers the various management options including physical therapy, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, and disease-modifying drugs • Highlights recently developed biological agents In addition to providing a wealth of practical information for use in patient care, this text reviews future directions for investigation and management of this debilitating disease. Contents: • The spectrum of spondylarthropathies • Genetic aspects • Epidemiology and socioeconomic impact • Clinical features • Assessment • Physical therapy • Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug therapy • Disease-controlling antirheumatic therapy • Future trends • Useful resources