NASS has suspended all branch activity until further notice due to the current COVID19 outbreak. Please follow the link from our homepage for more information.
NASS is closely monitoring the evolving situation in relation to COVID19 /Coronavirus. We have advice and guidance for people living with axial spondyloarthritis including ankylosing spondylitis.
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To help you take control of your axial SpA (AS) we’ve got comprehensive resources on treatment, exercise and much more
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Axial SpA (AS) is an inflammatory arthritis where the most common symptom is back pain
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We're here to help, with information on medication, self-management, benefits and more, from an understanding community
Read moreNASS knows that not everyone in the UK gets the same standard of care for their axial SpA (AS) – that’s why we've launched our new campaign Every Patient, Every Time
Information from NASS on the current pandemic, branch closures, and advice for patients taking biologic therapy.
We are pleased to announce that the NASS Patients Choice Awards 2020 are now open for nominations.
MPs are calling for urgent improvements in the care available for patients with axial spondyloarthritis (axial SpA). Find out more, read the report, and find out what NASS is doing.
Determined, brave and sometimes quirky, our inspiring supporters show us so many ways to get involved. But often, there's a painful reality behind the smile
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Alex's journey to diagnosis was long and painful but he finally found a diagnosis when his osteopath suggested a referral to rheumatology.
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Rachel made the change from teaching RE to Karate and talks about how it has helped her live with Axial Spondyloarthritis.
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How Woking & Weybridge branch came together to continue their hydrotherapy.
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After being diagnosed with axial spondyloarthritis, Stuart found that a change in lifestyle and work helped him manage the condition.
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