I would like to introduce myself, My name is Rebecca Phillips and I have the opportunity to co-lead the Sioux falls support group with Anna Perry. I Currently live in Dakota city Nebraska but I am well traveled. I spent my chilhood living in Sioux city, Iowa. I have also lived in Pueblo, colorado and Oklahoma city, Oklahoma
I enjoy spending time with family and friends, and my dog izzy. My hobbies include going to country music concerts, reading, and watching movies.
I was diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis in 2000. I Was diagnosed after spraining my neck in a workplace injury. That injury never healed and my ankylosing spondylitis progressed very quickly. My neck is completely fused and I am unable to move it in any direction.
It has been a challenge journey navigating Ankylosing spondylitis over the last 20 years.This challenge has also allowed me to discover many dos and donts of As. I Look forward to being a source of support for others dealing with Ankylosing spondylitis.