Disease: Spondylitis
Symptoms: Chronic back pain and stiffness, especially in the morning or after periods of inactivity, limited range of motion in the spine, fatigue, inflammation and pain in other joints (such as hips, shoulders, knees), discomfort or pain in the neck, difficulty maintaining proper posture, tenderness or swelling in affected areas, tingling or numbness in extremities in severe cases
Treatments: Medication (such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, corticosteroids, disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs), physical therapy (including stretching and strengthening exercises), heat or cold therapy, posture correction techniques, lifestyle modifications (such as regular exercise, weight management), assistive devices (such as braces or supports), surgical intervention (in rare cases), pain management techniques (such as acupuncture or transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation)