Ankylosing Spondilitis

This is a degenerative condition of the spine, that can over time cause the vertebrae to fuse together. As can be imagined, the process can present various symptoms, including, inflamation, pain, stiffness, and tiredness.

As with any chronic degenerative condition, whilst the disease process is active, it is very difficult to achieve good and lasting results. So although acupuncture is very good at relieving inflammation for instance, if the disease is on-going, then although easier for a while, the symptoms are likely to return.

I am happy to see patients on this basis, but obviously, the treatment regime will need to be weekly, and for an extended period to have a proper effect.

Better results are acheived in patients for whom the disease is largely inactive or mild, because whatever the acupuncture achieves, is likely to remain longlasting.

I would usually recommend a course of between 6-12 treatments to be effective.

 

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