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Weight loss in ankylosing spondylitis
What are the exercises that can burn more calories and doesn't impact my bones ( in ankylosing spondylitis) . Also, can I go to the gym and do strength training exercises?
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Avoid gym weight training, do proper assessment & do free mobilization exercises for spine
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Hello sir,
Firstly as u have AS then u have to do exercises regularly u should not leave the exercises
U should do basic streching exercises it will help u to maintain flexibility
U can do strengthning exercises but don't lift too weight. As your flexibility increses your muscles will work properly and this will also help to reduce some weight.
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regularly check up should be done after some interval.
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maintain the regularity of exercise and do the only exercise which u can do comfortably and increase repeatations and exercises slowly.
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visit physiotherapy clinic for proper assessment
then only proper exercises can be suggested.
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Hello sir, please do consult a physiotherapist in person, they will examine and suggest a right treatment plan. As you didn't mentioned your stage of AS, your details.
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Physiotherapist will suggest home exercises after accessing your condition.
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Yoga asanas with proper guidance will help you to be flexible and fit.
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Dr. Ingelala Uma (PT)
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Visit nearby physiotherapy clinic for proper assessment and treatment sir.with out assessment can't suggest u treatment plan.
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