Ankylosing spondylitis physical examination

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

Patients with ankylosing spondylitis usually appear normal. Physical examination of patients with ankylosing spondylitis is usually remarkable for three areas 1)axial joints 2)peripheral joints and 3)entheses.Physical examination of AS include typical diagnostic process that includes exams and tests.The Physical examination of AS include Schober Test,Gaenslen Test,Chin-Brow Measurement,Chest Expansion and Range of Motion.

Physical Examination

• Physical examination of patients with ankylosing spondylitis is usually remarkable for three areas 1)axial joints 2)peripheral joints and 3)entheses.

Appearance of the Patient

• Patients with ankylosing spondylitis usually appear normal