Does Ra Affect the Spine?

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Rheumatoid Arthritis of the Spine Although Rheumatoid Arthritis Is More Common in Other Joints, It Can Also Affect the Spine, Specifically the Cervical Region...

Does Ra Affect the Spine?

Rheumatoid Arthritis of the Spine
Although rheumatoid arthritis is more common in other joints, it can also affect the spine, specifically the cervical region (neck). Rheumatoid arthritis of the spine is not caused by wear and tear, so it's considered an inflammatory arthritis.

What are the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis in the back?

Symptoms of RA back pain
  • headaches.
  • joint swelling.
  • loss of joint function and movement.
  • pain, especially at the base of the skull.
  • stiffness in the back.
  • warmth around the affected joints.

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What is rheumatoid arthritis of the spine called?

Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of inflammatory arthritis affecting the spine. Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of inflammatory arthritis similar to rheumatoid arthritis that affects the body's joints (eg, knees, ankles).

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