Spinal enthesopathy
Spinal Enthesopathy
Spinal enthesopathy (pronunciation: /ˈspaɪnəl ɛnθɪˈsɒpəθi/) is a medical condition that involves the inflammation of the enthesis, the site where ligaments or tendons insert into the bones. It is often associated with diseases such as ankylosing spondylitis and psoriatic arthritis.
Etymology
The term "spinal enthesopathy" is derived from three Greek words: "spinos" meaning spine, "enthesis" meaning an insertion, and "pathos" meaning suffering or disease. Thus, it refers to a disease or suffering at the insertion point in the spine.
Symptoms
Symptoms of spinal enthesopathy may include back pain, stiffness, and reduced flexibility in the spine. The pain is often worse in the morning or after periods of inactivity.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of spinal enthesopathy typically involves a physical examination, patient history, and imaging tests such as MRI or X-ray. Blood tests may also be conducted to rule out other conditions.
Treatment
Treatment for spinal enthesopathy often involves a combination of medication, physical therapy, and in some cases, surgery. Medications may include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs).
Related Terms
- Enthesitis: Inflammation of the entheses, the sites where ligaments or tendons insert into the bones.
- Spondyloarthritis: A type of arthritis that attacks the spine and, in some people, the joints of the arms and legs. It can also involve the skin, intestines, and eyes.
- Ankylosing spondylitis: A type of arthritis that affects the spine. Symptoms include pain and stiffness from the neck down to the lower back.
- Psoriatic arthritis: A form of arthritis that affects some people who have psoriasis. Symptoms include joint pain, stiffness, and swelling.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Spinal enthesopathy
- Wikipedia's article - Spinal enthesopathy
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