Treatment of undifferentiated spondylarthritis, medications and rehabilitation

There is no cure for the disease yet.
However, it can be treated.

The goal of treatment is to reduce inflammatory activity, alleviate the issues and prolong the period between remission and relapse. Of course, treatment also aims to reduce late complications.

In treatment, a combination of multiple approaches is used.

Pharmacotherapy in which different types of drugs are used. Examples are::

• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs - NSAIDs
  • relieve inflammation and pain
• DMARDs - Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs
  • biological treatment
  • immunosuppressants that suppress immune activity suppress autoimmunity
• corticoids
• nutritional supplements, vitamin D and joint supplements, minerals

The second type of treatment is lifestyle measures. These include overall adaptation to the disease.

In the acute phase, the sufferer should remain at rest.

However, in a period without significant problems, exercise, sufficient suitable sports and physical activity, physical therapy and rehabilitation, baths, massages, proper posture, application of heat, cold are important.

Overall, it is necessary to think about a healthy lifestyle, which includes a rational diet, plenty of vegetables, fruits and fibre in the diet. If the patient is overweight or obese, they need to reduce their weight.

It is necessary to quit smoking and limit alcohol intake.