10 Causes of Spinal Stenosis
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Cause #4: Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing spondylitis is a specific type of arthritis that affects the spine. In this condition, the inflammatory reaction is longstanding and is characterized by the fusion of bones that form the spine. As a result, patients with ankylosing spondylitis not only suffer pain but also must endure restricted movements.
Activities that involve bending or lifting weights can easily worsen the symptoms of the disease. The exact cause of ankylosing spondylitis is unknown, although the condition is linked to some genetic predisposition. For treatment, a combination of pain-relief medications, exercise, and surgery is used depending on the extent and presentation of the condition.
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