Each September, Pain Awareness Month shines a light on the millions of Americans living with chronic pain—an often invisible and misunderstood challenge. Among them are more than 3.2 million people affected by spondyloarthritis (SpA).
Despite its prevalence, SpA is frequently underdiagnosed or misdiagnosed, leaving many to endure symptoms such as persistent back pain, stiffness, and fatigue for years without answers.
To raise awareness and change this trend, SAA’s “See the Signs. Stop the Delay.” national campaign focuses on helping people recognize the early warning signs of SpA and encourage timely referrals to rheumatologists. Early detection and treatment are key to slowing disease progression and improving quality of life.
Use our sample graphics and social media posts or create your own and share on your social media accounts. Please use the tag #painawarenessmonth and tag SAA (@spondylitis) in your posts.
Post Option 1 — Sharing Personal Experience
“It took me years to get the right diagnosis. I lived with pain, stiffness, and fatigue without answers. I’m sharing my story because early recognition of #spondyloarthritis can change lives. Join me in supporting SAA’s “See the Signs. Stop the Delay.” campaign this #PainAwarenessMonth.
Help spread the word: https://spondylitis.org/pain-awareness-month
#StopTheDelay #SpA #ChronicPain #ankylosingspondylitis #axspa #community
Post Option 2 — Raising Awareness About Delayed Diagnosis
“Did you know it can take 7–10 years on average to get a correct diagnosis for #spondyloarthritis? Delays mean more pain, more damage, and more uncertainty. It’s time for change. Learn the signs and help spread the word: “See the Signs. Stop the Delay.”
https://spondylitis.org/pain-awareness-month
#StopTheDelay #SpA #ChronicPain #ankylosingspondylitis #axspa #community #PainAwarenessMonth
Post Option 3 — Hope in Action
Living with #spondyloarthritis is hard—but getting diagnosed shouldn’t be. This #PainAwarenessMonth, I’m joining the Spondylitis Association of America to raise awareness so others don’t wait years for answers. Together, we can “See the Signs. Stop the Delay.”
https://spondylitis.org/pain-awareness-month
#StopTheDelay #SpA #ChronicPain #ankylosingspondylitis #axspa #community
Post Option 4 — It Could Be Spondyloarthritis
If you’re living with chronic back pain and stiffness, don’t ignore the signs. It could be spondyloarthritis, a painful and often underdiagnosed group of inflammatory diseases that affect the spine and joints. This #PainAwarenessMonth, I’m supporting SAA’s campaign to help others find answers sooner: “See the Signs. Stop the Delay.”
Do you have it? https://spondylitis.org/pain-awareness-month
#StopTheDelay #SpA #ChronicPain #ankylosingspondylitis #axspa #community
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