what kind of job is ideal for someone with Ankylosing Spondylitis?

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I am a floor nurse and I have the above condition. I have a BSc in Nursing and would like to go to Grad School ( a program related to my Bsc- nursing degree) Before I make a decision I need to know what kind of job would be good for my health condition. Please answer if you are also an AS patient or a health care provider or have a family member/ friend with AS.
I am not sure there is an "ideal" job for AS patients - if so, I would sure like to find one. Preferably one that pays excessive amounts of money.

You want to avoid heavy lifting, jobs that involving or bending or stooping, and jobs that require to sit continuously. At least, based on my experiences as an AS patient, those are things I want to avoid.  (+ info)

Is there anyone who recieves disability for fibromyaligia or ankylosing spondylitis?

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Were you denied benefits intially? Are doctors strict with whom they write letters for? I've lived with chronic pain for nearly two years and have not been able to work. My husband and I are having a hard time supporting our family with only one income....
Yes. After I was diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis in 1983 I got on SSI, after applying in 1985. That stands for Supplemental Security Income and it comes with medical coverage, which is called MediCal which is also called Medicaid nationwide. SSI helps with the bills, but I have to warn you, it is about $850 per month. It is a federal program and you have to tell them whenever you work. You must make less than $800 per month and you are required to keep less than $2000 in the bank maximum. I don't know how this works if you are married or have a joint checking account.

A nice benefit of being on SSI is that if you work a certain amount consistently for 10 years while on SSI, you qualify for Social Security Benefits and Medicare, which I did. If you can't work, this can't be beat! Contact the Social Security Administration (they call themselves SSA) if you want to apply and find out more information. I hope this helps you. They have their own doctors who will look at you to determine if you are disabled. If you can't do what an average person can do, you are considered disabled, as far as life activities go, like dressing and working.... For example, it takes me a long time to get dressed and I cannot work because of my stiffness and pain....  (+ info)

Could my sore shoulders be an early sign of Ankylosing spondylitis?

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My shoulders have been really sore lately. Because of it I haven't been working out as much and I'm really tired all the time. Both of my sisters have AS and so I'm worried that I might be getting it as well. My shoulders feel like I need a massage all the time and I can't seem to relax or sleep the pain away. It's not in my back really, but just in my shoulders. Any ideas? Thanks so much.
sounds like cramps, try stretching your shoulders or asking a chiropractor.  (+ info)

finding the right doctor -dealing with ankylosing spondylitis?

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Desperately trying to help a family member diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis. Regular family doctor is wonderful but limited in his knowledge of what treatments would be best route. Any help is greatly appreciated. We are located in Pa.USA- but at this time any location on this earth would be a godsend. thank you.
What kind of doctor treats ankylosing spondylitis?
The type of physician who primarily diagnoses and treats ankylosing spondylitis and related diseases is called a rheumatologist. Rheumatologists treat arthritis, certain autoimmune diseases, musculoskeletal pain disorders and osteoporosis. There are more than 100 types of these diseases, including ankylosing spondylitis (AS), rheumatoid arthritis, and lupus.  (+ info)

Does anyone know a good home remedies for ankylosing spondylitis?

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i've been suffering from the above condition for the least 20 years now, and i've tried every medicine under the sun, but to know avail please help!
Doc. justasinner111, thanks for you're swift reply, please note, im currently on DF118 4 times a day, tramodol 100 MG 4 time a day, and voltarol retard 75
MG SR and methertrexate 2 times a day. How effective is anti-TNF if heart failure.
Many thanks.
DHEA,Garlic OIL,predisone 10mg a day,lodene 400mg 3 times a day,tyenol 500 mg 8 a day,tramadol 100 mg every 4 hours.Keeps me working.  (+ info)

My father has a severe spinal deformity due to ankylosing spondylitis. Any possible cure?

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Having checked out on the internet, it seems that osteotomies are very successful surgical procedures to correct the deformity, i.e, straighten the neck and back. However, we would like to know the costs and the risks involved. I may add that after a successful accupuncture treatment around 15 years ago, my father experiences no pain at all, except after a strenuous exercise or exposure to extreme cold. Please help us find a way. Thank you!
Hello, I'm a doctor. Use Accutane. I think that you want to get more info about it. Please go to ----> http://webmd33.notlong.com/AA2jBKm  (+ info)

I have ankylosing spondylitis; what will it feel like when my bones are actually fusing?

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I was diagnosed with AS about two years ago. The pain is somewhat constant but I do have flare-ups from time to time. I have had a particularly bad flare-up the last three weeks; my neck is extremely stiff and painful, along with my shoulders and arms. How will I know when actual fusing is taking place?
I will pray for you. You have my sympathy. I have bone cancer, and it is terminal. I focus on what I CAN do, each day. Some days all I can do is lay in bed. Other days, although rarely, I feel almost good. I believe we send messages to our bodies, subconsciously. If we think the worst, the worst will happen. I am a registered nurse, and even though I could easily look up every aspect of my disease, I choose not to. Only God knows when our time is up.  (+ info)

I have Ankylosing Spondylitis and I want to know if it is normal to have contractions in my back.?

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These contractions are so bad and cannot be controled, I cannot make the slightest movement or i will have one that tightens everything in my upper torso and I can't make it go away. Does anybody have AS who might have a similar problem?
Hello. Yes I've had that problem since first diagnosed in 1972.It never was a problem until last year-2007.I started getting very unsteady.I have had terrible back spasms.Indeed my first doctor thought I'd had a Heart Attack.I changed that idiot.My new doctor sent me for a scan.The trouble is in my back and neck,not my brain.Now I know a guy I communicate with and he is far worse than I. He is 'fused ' from base of spine to the top of neck.We both agreed that Physiotherapy and Acupuncture has helped considerably.I also Meditate.Tension is not good for your back.Hypnotherapy might also assist with relaxation.
It's hard to do these things when your in pain.I got a shock when I logged the condition on the net;it can amongst other rotten things cause paralysis.So I suggest you seek more professional advice because the condition can be managed.I do have back pain every day but haven't had any more serious spasms thank God. Good Luck!  (+ info)

Any suggestions for treating Ankylosing Spondylitis naturally?

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I am a 31 year old female who has Ankylosing Spondylitis. I seem to be intolerant of NSAID's, as my digestive problems are exacerbated by them. My Rheumatologist doesn't want to try DMARD's yet because the disease is fairly mild and he thinks the risks outweigh the benefits at this time. Any suggestions?
this website claims diet'll do it... but i don't believe it. i am not, however, omniscient. i'd say, "it can't hurt", but it probably does.

http://www.ankylosingspondylitishelp.com/?gclid=CJmZkJDYjocCFSI7GAodQkmcrg

best of luck.  (+ info)

What is typical treatment for Ankylosing Spondylitis for someone in mid to late 20s?

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I'm looking for common paths of treatment for someone who has been diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis @ 27 years of age.
HLA B27 positive
Sed rate of 21

Pain started lower back, moved to hips, moved down legs and over the course of three years has spread to upper back. Some pain when breathing deeply.
Hopefully you are being seen regularly by a rheumatologist, and hopefully that rheumatologist is one who is familiar with AS.

What you have is progressing, and that is not so good.

Note - the pain down your legs is actually referred pain from pressure on the sciatic nerve from the inflammation around your spine and sacroiliac joint.

I was diagnosed with AS nearly 15 years ago and have been symptomatic for more than 20 years. I am on a regime of indocin (high dose) and azulfidine (moderate) - not an uncommon combination.

Medication for AS
http://www.spondylitis.org/about/as_med.aspx

There are other treatments as well, but surgery is very rare.
http://www.spondylitis.org/about/as_treat.aspx

General info.
http://www.spondylitis.org/about/as.aspx

Good luck with it.  (+ info)

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