More Books on AS

Ankylosing Spondylitis: The Facts
Muhammad Khan, Professor of Medicine, Case Western UniversityOxford University Press, 206 pagesPublication date: August 2002

Ankylosing Spondilitis: The Facts provides clear and accessible information on treatment, diagnosis, genetic counselling, and daily life with the illness. Professor Khan is one of the leading experts in the world on AS, while also having it himself. This combination of scientific knowledge and personal experience of a debilitating disorder results in a unique book which will prove invaluable for readers wishing to know more about their condition, and those that share their lives.

Your Guide To Living With Ankylosing Spondylitis
Spondylitis Association of America, Sherman Oaks, CaliforniaBook (32 pages) 2000

This guide provides information on common symptoms, causes of pain, fatigue, genetics, treatment and management, psychological challenges, exercises and frequently asked questions. Includes a disclaimer that advises consultation with a health professional prior to beginning any activities or exercises.

Ankylosing Spondylitis - A Medical Dictionary, Bibliography, and Annotated Research Guide to Internet

This is a 3-in-1 reference book. It gives a complete medical dictionary covering hundreds of terms and expressions relating to ankylosing spondylitis. It also gives extensive lists of bibliographic citations. Finally, it provides information to users on how to update their knowledge using various Internet resources. The book is designed for physicians, medical students preparing for Board examinations, medical researchers, and patients who want to become familiar with research dedicated to ankylosing spondylitis.If your time is valuable, this book is for you. First, you will not waste time searching the Internet while missing a lot of relevant information. Second, the book also saves you time indexing and defining entries. Finally, you will not waste time and money printing hundreds of web pages.

Car Driving With Ankylosing Spondylitis
The National Anklyosing Spondylitis Society (NASS) East Sussex, Great BritainBooklet 28 pg 1998

This booklet addresses some of the special considerations related to car driving when one has ankylosing spondylitis. There is an emphasis on car driving safety in general, seat belts, neck restraints and air bags. Written by researcher Dr. Jon Erlendsson of Denmark with assistance from the Volvo Car Corporation.

Straight Talk On Spondylitis (Second Edition)
Robert L. SwezeySpondylitis Association of America, California, USA, 1992Book (58 pages) 1992

This guide is the result of information gathered from patients and rheumatology professionals. The nature of spondylitis and what patients can do to help themselves in conjunction with treatment are discussed. The following topics are covered: understanding the disease; spondylitis in women; medications; exercise; posture; sports and recreation; stress reduction and relaxation; sex; sleep; and employment.

Guidebook For Patients: A Positive Response To Ankylosing Spondylitis
National Ankylosing Spondylitis SocietyEast Sussex, UK

This booklet, produced by the National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society of the United Kingdom, provides answers to frequently asked questions and includes useful exercises.