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They help people with AS stay active, move more comfortably, and protect long-term function through personalized care. A physical therapist can help you reduce pain, improve mobility, and maintain independence through an individualized plan that may include:
Physical therapists also provide education to help you understand AS, stay active safely, and make informed decisions about exercise and daily movement.
All physical therapists are prepared through education and clinical experience to treat problems of the spine. For ankylosing spondylitis, look for a PT who:
Use Find a PT, powered by the American Physical Therapy Association, to locate a licensed physical therapist with experience treating ankylosing spondylitis and related conditions.
The Find a Physical Therapist tool is powered by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). SAA does not operate or control this directory and does not guarantee the accuracy of the information. All users should review APTA’s terms of use before using the tool.
Managing ankylosing spondylitis often involves a care team. Along with physical therapy, a rheumatologist plays a central role.
Visit SAA’s Rheumatology Directory to find doctors who have been referred by SAA members.
Article adapted from the Physical Therapy Guide to Ankylosing Spondylitis by the American Physical Therapy Association.
Episode 76 | Optimizing Mobility and Functionality: Physical Therapy Strategies for Spondyloarthritis
Physical therapist Nicole Mozafari, PT, DPT, OCS, CMT, discusses how physical therapy can improve mobility and function.
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