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Ankylosing spondylitis is a form of progressive arthritis due to chronic inflammation of the joints in the spine. Its name comes from the Greek words “ankylos,” meaning stiffening of a joint, and “spondylo,” meaning vertebra. Spondylitis refers to inflammation of the spine or one or more of the adjacent structures of the vertebrae. Ankylosing spondylitis belongs to a g...more

Clinical Research Center The Clinical Research Center was established in 1976 to offer our patients a treatment alternative at a time when fewer effective treatments were available. Our participation in clinical research has also allowed us the opportunity to be on the "cutting edge" of new developments in the treatment of rheumatic disease. We work with major pharmaceutical companies who ...more