Key publications: Recognising axial spondyloarthritis in Primary Care
Key publications: Recognising axial spondyloarthritis in Primary Care
General Practice Publications
People with undiagnosed axial SpA usually first present with chronic lower back pain to their general practitioners.
We have curated bespoke resources here for GPs to help in the awareness and identification of potential axial SpA patients.
Physiotherapy services papers
As musculoskeletal experts managing patients with chronic back pain, physiotherapists are critical in helping to reduce the unacceptable 8.5-year average delay to diagnosis in axial spondyloarthritis (axial SpA).
We have curated bespoke resources here for physiotherapists to help in the awareness and identification of potential axial SpA patients.
Osteopath & chiropractor services papers
As musculoskeletal specialists in primary care, osteopaths and chiropractors can play a key role in reducing the unacceptable 8.5-year delay to diagnosis in axial spondyloarthritis (axial SpA); being well-placed to refer quickly, for the correct diagnosis and management.
We have curated bespoke resources here for physiotherapists to help in the awareness and identification of potential axial SpA patients.
Symptoms starting slowly
Pain in the lower back
Improves with movement
Night time waking
Early onset (under 40)
