Cold and Heat Therapy
Applying cold or heat to the inflamed joints can make you feel more comfortable and relieved. Cold packs can alleviate swelling by causing blood vessels to constrict. This method also numbs deep pain caused by ankylosing spondylitis. You can use a frozen bag of veggies, cold rag, or cold packs. Heat therapy can increase the blood vessels’ diameter, thus increasing circulation. This can help alleviate spasms and change your pain sensation. [6]
