Resources to help you live a better life
Thriving with spondyloarthritis is very difficult to do on your own. With the support of your family, your caregivers, and the broader Spondyloarthritic community, you will have the tools and resources to help you live a better life and live well with your condition.
We hope these resources will help you, no matter where you are on your journey with spondyloarthritis.
Resources for AS/axSpA
Resources for Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA)
Resources for Enteropathic Arthritis (EnA)
Mental Health Resources
Your SpA Warrior Stories
Pregnancy & Parenting
Young Adult Resources
Common Complications
Special Features
AxSpA Discussion Guide
PsA Discussion Guide
Pain Management Journals
PDF Downloads
Treatment Journey Resources
Arthritis Treatment Risk Tool
Pain Management
Talking to Professionals
Pharamacological Treatment
Lifestyle
Exercise
Nutrition
Sexuality
Relationships
Tips & Habbits
Work & Education
Newest Posts
How Mindful Eating can help with Chronic Illness
The Canadian Spondylitis Association & Samantha Holmgren hosted this free webinar to help you understand the basics of mindful eating. This webinar was open to all members, regardless of whether you have spondyloarthritis or not. Learn how Mindful Eating can help with your Chronic Illness
Dietary Interventions in Psoriatic Arthritis (DIPSA) Study
Psoriatic arthritis is an inflammatory arthritis that affects 1 in 400 Canadians and can lead to significant joint damage and disability. Despite the availability of effective medications, many patients continue to experience debilitating joint pain and stiffness that...
Jeff Beach interview with the Arthritis Broadcast Network
This #CRArthritis interview feature Jeff Beach on updates from the Canadian Spondyloarthritis Association (CSA). Jeff discusses how CSA, formerly known as the Canadian Spondylitis Association, will be launching a new website and brand. They will be changing their...
Nutrition Month resources for your review!
March is Nutrition Month and it's a great opportunity to focus on your health and wellness. Join registered dietician Samantha Holmgren as she provides various resources throughout the month to help you make informed decisions about food and nutrition. From tips on...
Infrared Therapy versus LED Therapy
Infrared Therapy versus LED Therapy Light therapy is one of the oldest modalities used to treat a variety of health conditions. The use of coherent light sources (like lasers) and non-coherent light sources (like light emitting diodes or LEDs) have opened new avenues...
So you want to have a a baby? Pregnancy & Arthritis Webinar
The CSA was thrilled to host Dr. Carl Laskin for a very special webinar on arthritis and pregancy. Dr. Laskin, who is a rheumatologist that specializes in pregnant patients, provided valuable information on the interaction of medicine as well as will be answered questions from the community
CSA Book Corner
This page will feature reading resources for education, treatments, health management, diet, exercise, and support for members who suffer from or who have loved ones who suffer from ankylosing spondylitis, axial spondyloarthritis, and related diseases such as psoriatic arthritis, IBS and IBD (ulcerative colitis and Crohns), psoriasis, heart and stroke, and disability.
Non-Pharmacological Treatments
Managing Spondyloarthritis takes time and effort, and in many cases, trial and error. What works well for one patient is not necessarily effective for another, even if they have been diagnosed with the same condition. What works for someone now may not work for the...
Meet Mihaly, our new Support Group Leader for Southwestern Ontario!
I know what you’re already thinking…terms like Ankylosing Spondylitis and Enteropathic Arthritis are hard enough to pronounce and this guy has a name that looks like hieroglyphics! It’s easy. It’s pronounced “Me-High Jur-X” , not so bad! I’ve been living with AS for...
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