Ankylosing Spondylitis

Overview

4.7 out of 5 (67 Reviews)

Credits

2.50

Post Assessment Questions

12

Start Date

1 Mar 2023

Last Review Date

20 Jun 2023

Expiration Date

28 Feb 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

150 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic, inflammatory disease of the axial spine. Chronic back pain and progressive spinal stiffness are the most common features of this disease. Involvement of the spine, sacroiliac joints, peripheral joints, digits, and entheses are characteristic. Impaired spinal mobility, postural abnormalities, buttock pain, hip pain, peripheral arthritis, enthesitis, and dactylitis are all commonly associated with ankylosing spondylitis. This activity reviews the evaluation and management of ankylosing spondylitis and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in evaluating and improving care for patients with this condition.

Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Differentiate AS from other conditions with similar presentations.
  • Select appropriate diagnostic imaging modalities for evaluating AS-related changes.
  • Apply knowledge of available pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for AS.
  • Coordinate care and referrals for patients with AS, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach to address all aspects of the disease.

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Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University designates this activity for a maximum of 2.50 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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