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Spondyloarthritis in over 16s: diagnosis and management

  • NICE guideline
  • Reference number: NG65
  • Published:  28 February 2017
  • Last updated:  02 June 2017
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  • Spondyloarthritis: the care you should expect
  • What is spondyloarthritis?
  • If your symptoms are mostly in your back (axial)
  • If your symptoms are mostly in your hands, feet, arms and legs (peripheral)
  • What tests might I have?
  • Coping with your symptoms
  • Surgery
  • Coping with flares
  • Follow-up checks
  • Making decisions together
  • Information and advice
  • Where can I find out more?
  • What are NICE guidelines?

Surgery

Some people with spondyloarthritis get problems with their back that cause it to become hunched or bent (called kyphosis). You should only be referred to a spinal surgeon if the postural problem is severe or if it is likely that you have broken a bone in your back.

This page was last updated: 28 February 2017


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