What are some of the main medical treatments for ankylosing spondylitis?

Q: What are some of the main medical treatments for ankylosing spondylitis?

Drugs that limit <a href="/outcomes/inflammation/" class="popover" data-tooltip="<div><h6>Inflammation</h6><p>Inflammation is an alarm signal of sorts that is triggered by invading pathogens or injury. It mobilizes the immune system to neutralize and kill the infection or promote tissue repair and healing. Although controlled inflammation is critical for surviving in a stressful world, when it is excessive or prolonged it can lead to health problems, and is a common driver of many chronic diseases.</p></div>">inflammation , such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or if necessary, tumor necrosis factor alpha ( TNF-alpha ) inhibitors or interleukin 17 (IL-17) inhibitors. Physical therapy is often prescribed to improve balance and mobility.

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Drugs that limit inflammation, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), or if necessary, tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-alpha) inhibitors or interleukin 17 (IL-17) inhibitors. Physical therapy is often prescribed to improve balance and mobility.