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Ankylosing Spondylitis

Causes, Symptoms, Progression & Marma Therapy Treatment

Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) is a chronic inflammatory arthritis of the spine, also known as arthritis of the vertebral column. Over time, it may also involve other joints of the body. In simple terms, ankylosing spondylitis refers to persistent inflammation of the spine, leading to pain, stiffness, and restricted movement.

The disease typically begins in the sacroiliac joints, where the sacrum meets the pelvis. Initial symptoms range from mild to severe pain, inflammation, and morning stiffness. As the disease progresses, repeated inflammation and repair can cause fusion of vertebrae, resulting in the classic “bamboo spine” appearance.

Progression and Physical Limitations

In advanced stages of ankylosing spondylitis:

  • The flexibility of the spine decreases significantly
  • Movement and rotation of the neck and trunk become severely restricted
  • Forward stooping posture (kyphosis) may develop
  • Daily activities become difficult due to pain and rigidity

Causes and Risk Factors

Ankylosing spondylitis is one of the major forms of spondylitis and accounts for 5–10% of all rheumatic diseases worldwide.

  • Strongly associated with the HLA-B27 gene
  • Considered a hereditary condition, influenced by environmental and immunological factors
  • Onset usually occurs between 15 and 35 years of age
  • Males are affected three times more frequently than females

In the United States, over 500,000 people are affected. While exact statistics for India are unavailable, the incidence is believed to be much higher than in the USA.

Signs and Symptoms

Symptoms vary from person to person and may worsen gradually. Commonly affected areas include:

  • Spine and lower back
  • Hip joints and shoulders
  • Knees, ankles, ribs
  • Costovertebral and costosternal joints
  • Joints of hands and feet

Early symptoms often include:

  • Persistent back pain
  • Morning stiffness
  • Mild joint pain and reduced flexibility

In advanced and generalized cases, inflammation may also affect:

  • Eyes (uveitis)
  • Kidneys
  • Heart
  • Lungs
  • Muscles

These systemic involvements can cause recurring complications and significantly reduce quality of life.

Challenges in Diagnosis and Conventional Treatment

The exact cause of ankylosing spondylitis remains unknown, and conventional treatment options are often symptom-focused rather than curative. Since the disease is progressive, patients frequently have to manage:

  • Chronic pain and stiffness
  • Limited mobility
  • Postural deformities
  • Neck rigidity and hip or shoulder dysfunction
  • Severe knee pain leading to reduced mobility or bed confinement

Marma Therapy & Panchakarma: A Holistic Approach

In chronic and incurable conditions like ankylosing spondylitis, Marma Therapy and Panchakarma have shown remarkable results.

Benefits of Regular Marma Therapy include:

  • Rapid relief from pain, stiffness, and swelling

  • Improved joint mobility and posture

  • Reduction in associated neurological and muscular symptoms

  • In many cases, radiological improvements within 3–6 months

  • Correction or significant improvement of long-standing arthritic deformities without surgery

Marma science has already benefited thousands of patients worldwide, offering a non-surgical, non-medicinal, and cost-effective therapy accessible even to economically weaker sections.

Proven Results in Chronic Diseases

Marma Therapy has demonstrated positive outcomes not only in ankylosing spondylitis but also in:

  • Neurological disorders
  • Bone and joint diseases
  • Hypertension
  • Diabetes
  • Chronic knee pain and degenerative conditions

At Marma & Yog Vigyaan Center, Haridwar, patients suffering from Ankylosing Spondylitis receive highly specialized care through authentic Marma Therapy, guided personally by Dr. Sunil Joshi, a renowned Marma expert with over 40 years of experience. Using precise Marma stimulation, therapeutic massage, medicated applications, and advanced Ayurvedic techniques like Vasti Chikitsa, the center focuses on reducing nerve compression, relieving pain, improving mobility, and supporting natural spinal healing. Many patients have experienced significant improvement in their symptoms, even after long-term suffering. If you or your loved one is seeking a safe, effective, and holistic approach to spinal recovery, contact Marma & Yog Vigyaan Center today and begin your healing journey.

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