Masterclass: Axial Spondyloarthritis for Osteopaths and Manual Therapists

Axial Spondyloarthritis (axial SpA) is an inflammatory arthritis primarily affecting the sacroiliac joints (SIJ) and spine and a spectrum of disease which includes the more commonly known Ankylosing Spondylitis. Axial SpA is often missed in musculoskeletal assessments and mismanaged/treated as chronic low back pain. Early diagnosis and intervention is essential to improve outcomes and so is it essential that people presenting with back pain are screened for axial SpA.This masterclass aims improve clinicians ’ understanding and awareness of axial SpA, including screening, recognition and when to refer to rheumatology.
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Source Type: research