Ankylosing spondylitis exercises to avoid: List and seeking help

Healthcare professionals may recommend that some people with ankylosing spondylitis avoid certain types of exercise, including high-impact exercise like contact sports.

However, exercise and physical activity are key factors in ankylosing spondylitis management, so a person with the condition should not completely avoid exercise. A doctor can advise which types of exercise may work best for someone on an individual basis.

If a person has severe ankylosing spondylitis, a doctor may recommend that they undergo surgery.

People should speak with a healthcare professional if they experience any new or worsening symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis, or if current management techniques are not helping.