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January 15, 2023
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People with ankylosing spondylitis who experience significant mobility impairments may need to rely on a rollator or wheelchair. For instance:

- Rollators: These are ideal for those who need balance assistance but can still walk with support. They are more maneuverable than standard walkers and often come with a seat for Show Full Answer

People with ankylosing spondylitis who experience significant mobility impairments may need to rely on a rollator or wheelchair. For instance:

- Rollators: These are ideal for those who need balance assistance but can still walk with support. They are more maneuverable than standard walkers and often come with a seat for resting.
- Wheelchairs: These are suitable for individuals who have difficulty walking longer distances or standing for extended periods. They can be manual or powered, depending on the user's upper-body strength and mobility needs.

One MySpondylitisTeam member mentioned they could no longer take more than two or three steps and must rely on a cane or rollator. Another member shared how a wheelchair allowed them to maintain independence and manage fatigue better.

July 8, 2024
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

My cane is my friend now. Maybe a wheelchair later as my back is falling apart.
Bless you

January 16, 2023
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

I have had 2 major back surgeries, with artificial disks and rods put in my back. The last surgery I had was in 2018, and I have had more pain than I had before surgery. I have been in constant pain since 2018! I went back to the orthopedic Dr. who did the surgery, and another doctor in the same practice in 2019 and they said everything from the surgery looked good. I have seen 3 other Orthopedic doctors an 2 Rheumatologist, and all they ever say is that everything looks good. In the mean time my pain has gotten to the point that I have to use a walker in the house and anywhere else I go, and am in pain 24 hrs. a day! They send me to a pain management doctor for muscle relaxers and pain medication, so they have to know how much pain I am in! I don't want to have a disease, or not be able to do things I want to do, all I want is to know what is wrong with me!

January 15, 2023
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Hi Q. I use an electric wheelchair a lot of the time - but I was misdiagnosed for 20 years & didn't have relevant treatment so that probably made things worse.

January 15, 2023

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