Dr. Vaishali Suri (P.T.)
What Are Spondyloarthropathies?
Spondyloarthropathies are a family of chronic inflammatory conditions affecting the spine, peripheral joints, and entheses (where tendons and ligaments attach to bone). They include ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, reactive arthritis, and enteropathic arthritis.
Impact Without Physiotherapy
Without adequate physiotherapy, spondyloarthropathies progressively reduce spinal mobility, cause postural deformity (particularly thoracic kyphosis), and impair respiratory function. In ankylosing spondylitis, the spine can eventually fuse in a fixed, flexed position.
Physiotherapy Treatment
- Spinal extension exercises: Critical for maintaining upright posture and preventing flexion deformity
- Chest expansion exercises: Preserving respiratory function as the thoracic spine stiffens
- Hydrotherapy: Warm water reduces inflammatory pain and allows greater exercise range
- Peripheral joint management: For psoriatic arthritis involving knees, ankles, and hands
- Sleep positioning guidance: Firm mattress, thin pillow, prone sleeping to maintain extension
Coordinating with Rheumatology
Physiotherapy works alongside rheumatological medication (NSAIDs, biologics) for optimal disease management. Our Faridabad clinic liaises with rheumatologists to coordinate holistic care.
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