Spondyloarthropathy

Updated: 2017-06-13

Overview

Spondyloarthropathy is a group of inflammatory conditions that cause arthritis, especially of the spine. They can also affect the arms, legs, and bowels. They mostly affect males in their teens and 20s.

Symptoms

Symptoms include pain, stiffness, and swelling in the affected areas.

Treatments

Treatments may include physical therapy, medications, and surgery.