Spondyloarthropathies can masquerade as a mechanical problem or sports injury

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Spondyloarthropathies can masquerade as a mechanical problem or sports injury

Steve Targett

Steve Targett

Achillies
An enthesitis at the Achilles insertion is very common in spondyloarthropathy

Sometimes, a musculoskeletal presentation does not quite fit the acute injury or overuse injury picture. This article provides help in the hunt for clues for primary inflammatory disease

When a joint, muscle or tendon becomes painful, it is only human nature – especially if you ex­ercise regularly – to think: “Now, what have I done to