Best Exercises for Ankylosing Spondylitis
Medically Reviewed by Poonam Sachdev on July 05, 2024
Press Up to Stretch Your Spine
Wall Sit for Better Posture
Plank for a Stronger Core
Try Standing Leg Raises to Loosen Tight Hips
Do Chin Tucks to Stretch Your Neck
Roll Your Shoulders to Loosen Up
Stretch Your Hips to Ease Low Back Pain
Corner Stretch to Open Your Chest
Walk, Move
Take Deep Breaths
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