Spondylitis Association of America | Serving the Spondyloarthritis Community

Serving the Spondyloarthritis Community.

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Early Career Researcher Award

Applications accepted May 1 through August 1 for SAA’s Bruckel Early Career Investigator Award, which recognizes outstanding “contributions to the care and understanding of patients with spondyloarthritis.” The awardee receives a $30,000 grant for use in spondyloarthritis research.

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The BASDAI Calculator

As a tool, the Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis Disease Activity Index (BASDAI) is a self-administered questionnaire that can be useful in subjectively measuring the severity of fatigue, spinal and peripheral joint pain, localized tenderness, and morning stiffness.

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Spondy What?

Spondyloarthritis affects more people than Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Rheumatoid Arthritis, yet it remains relatively unknown.

Nearly 1 in 100 Americans have
spondyloarthritis
Spondyloarthritis is the most overlooked cause
of persistent back pain in young adults
1 in 4 patients have had to change
careers due to spondyloarthritis
1 in 4 patients have seen five or more
health professionals in search of a diagnosis
The typical age of onset is
between 17 and 45

als (30k)

MS (400 k)

Rheumatoid Arthritis (1.3 million)

Spondyloarthritis (3.2 million)

54% of patients remain undiagnosed for at least 5 years

75% of kids with juvenile spondyloarthritis experience moderate to severe pain

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Could I Have Spondylitis?

Your pain may be caused by spondylitis. Watch our new awareness video and take the quiz.

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Learn About Spondyloarthritis

Spondyloarthritis is a relatively unknown disease but it affects 1 in 100 Americans..

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Locate A Rheumatologist

Use our directory to locate a patient recommended and board certified rheumatologist.

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Patient Resources & Support

The most comprehensive library of spondylitis information and educational materials.

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Why Join The Community?

Connect with others because no one should have to face spondylitis alone.

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Get Involved

There are many ways to get involved in the community. Which one’s right for you?

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Golf Tournament for Charity

The Spondylitis Association of America and Curt Rocca are proud to raise funds to fight AS via The L5 Investments Capital Cup.

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The L5 Investments Capital Cup!

September 13 – 15, 2024!

The Spondylitis Association of America (SAA) and Curt Rocca are working together for a second season to raise funds via The L5 Investments Capital Cup! This charity golf tournament will raise much needed funds to help SAA with its mission of providing information and resources to help people impacted by this disease live better lives and champion research to find a cure.

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Community Voices

Spondyloarthritis affects more people than Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Rheumatoid Arthritis, yet it remains relatively unknown.

Community Voices:

Each individual affected by spondyloarthritis has their own unique story. We at SAA believe that each and every story can be a source of inspiration and empowerment and hope you enjoy reading through our collection. We’d love to share your story as well! Send it to us at programs@spondylitis.org.