Surgery

Surgery is a serious decision and should be agreed upon mutually by patient and doctor. Before resigning to an invasive procedure, ask your rheumatologist about holistic aids and medicinal treatments as effective management tools. Normally, an AS patient won’t have cause to worry about undergoing a surgical procedure for a while. Disease progression over time may eventually leads to bony fusion or severe inflammation of the joints – making surgery a viable or sole option.

There are different kinds of surgical procedures for people suffering from an arthritic condition. Anything from total joint replacement to knee arthroscopy – surgery has potential benefits and potential risks. The non profit organization The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) is a provider of musculoskeletal education and advocates for better care of patients.

Please click here to learn about joint replacement surgery, preparation and recovery process. Provided by AAOS.

CAM Treatments

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