World Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) Day

Arthropathy, Immune, Musculoskeletal, , ,

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic progressive inflammatory rheumatic disease that predominantly affects the sacroiliac joints and spine. Symptoms include back pain, stiffness and reduced mobility in the spine.

AS affects about 1–2% of Australians. The disease usually appears between the ages of 15–40 years and is about 3 times more common in men than in women. The cause is unknown, genes are thought to play a role.

There is no cure, so treatment aims to manage pain, reduce the risk of complications and improve quality of life. Soft tissue mobilisation as part of massage therapy has been shown to reduce pain, prevent spinal deformation, and improve mobility and overall function.

As part of Ankylosing Spondylitis Awareness Month we are offering 15% off remedial massage to all AS clients. Rebates available for all private health funds.

Male systemic lupus erythematosus, an overlooked diagnosis

Immune, Men's Health, Musculoskeletal, ,

Today is World Lupus Day and we are raising lupus awareness for men. Lupus is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) which affects connective tissue is the most common type of lupus.

An estimated 1 out of 10 people living with lupus is male. Little is known about SLE in men as diagnosis is often overlooked. Symptoms include joint and muscle pain with men experiencing more peripheral neuropathy and arthritis than woman.

Massage is effective in relieving joint and muscle pain; improving quality of sleep and health-related quality of life in patients with SLE. We are here for men’s health. Take time for self-care and book a massage today!