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  1. Ankylosing spondylitis

    Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a type of inflammatory arthritis that targets the joints of the spine.

  2. Back pain

    Back pain is common. Some people will develop back pain that is persistent (lasts more than three months). There are many things that you can do to live well with back pain.

  3. Scoliosis

    Scoliosis is an abnormal sideways curve of the spine.

  4. Back pain – disc problems

    Most disc problems resolve without specific treatment.

  5. Back pain in children

    Children with back pain may grow into adults with chronic bad backs, so it is important to encourage sensible back care.

  6. Chiropractor

    A chiropractor diagnoses, treats and prevents conditions of the spine and musculoskeletal system.

  7. Abdominal muscles

    The abdominal muscles support the trunk, allow movement and hold organs in place by regulating internal abdominal pressure.

  8. Nervous system

    The nervous system helps all the parts of the body to communicate with each other.

  9. Spina bifida

    Folate can prevent up to 70 per cent of spina bifida cases if taken daily for one month before conception and during the first three months of pregnancy.

  10. Sciatica

    Most cases of sciatica resolve by themselves within six weeks to three months.

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