There are several non-medication strategies for managing arthritis pain and stiffness, many of which can complement medications or even reduce the need for them. Since you have Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS), some of these may be particularly relevant to you. 1. Exercise & Movement 2. Heat & Cold Therapy 3. Physical Therapy 4. Assistive Devices & […]

Arthritis medications vary depending on the type of arthritis and its severity. Here are the main categories of medications used to manage arthritis: 1. Pain Relievers (Analgesics) 2. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) 3. Corticosteroids (Steroids) 4. Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (DMARDs) 5. Biologic Response Modifiers (Biologics) 6. Janus Kinase (JAK) Inhibitors 7. Topical Medications 8. Other […]