Back to Action vs Rapha, Ankylosing Spondylitis

Back to Action is a new exercise application specifically designed for people with Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS). It has been created by physiotherapists working with NASS and the exercise therapists and doctors who treat military personnel with AS at Headley Court. It uses the most up-to-date knowledge from the fields of physiotherapy and sports medicine. We have tried to make the application as clear, straightforward and enjoyable as possible, so that you can use it in a gym or at home as part of your daily routine. The application covers mobility, cardiovascular, strength, flexibility and breathing exercises with additional information on other classes and sport as well as information about AS for gym personnel. ABOUT NASS: The National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society (NASS) is the only registered charity dedicated to the needs of people affected by ankylosing spondylitis (AS) in the UK. NASS provides information and advice and campaigns to raise awareness of AS and the needs of people with AS. NASS has a network of branches in the UK, providing regular exercise and hydrotherapy sessions supervised by NHS physiotherapists. We also actively encourage our members to take part in research into the causes, genetics and management of AS by recruiting volunteers for various research projects around the UK.

Rapha is designed to make it easier for you to remember how you've been doing. Record your symptoms. With Rapha, you can record your pain areas visually, making it easier for you to remember and explain your pain better even after a long time has passed. Record your medicine intake. Add medicines that you take frequently and just check them off when you take them. Record your lab results. Keep track of your lab results in the same app where you record your symptoms and medicines, it makes it a whole lot easier to understand how your body is doing. Understand how you are doing. The calendar helps to give a rough and quick overview of the past months, making it easier for you to see how you’ve been and also easier for you to explain to your doctor at your next checkup. Being on top of your chronic illness doesn't have to be a pain. Make life easier for yourself with Rapha. Credits: Skeleton Image by brgfx on Freepik.