4Risk Factors for Psoriatic Spondylitis
Some major risk factors for the development of psoriatic spondylitis include:
– Stress: Under a lot of stress or pressure may trigger a flare-up of psoriatic arthritis. Some relaxation techniques can help, such as yoga, medication, or massage.
– Obesity: Excess body weight may increase the inflammation level in the body and risk of psoriatic spondylitis.
– Age: Psoriatic spondylitis may affect people of all age groups. However, it tends to be more prevalent in individuals between 30 and 50 years old.
– Family History: Many individuals with psoriatic spondylitis have at least one member in the family with the disease, often a sibling or parent. If both of the parents have this condition, the risk of developing psoriatic spondylitis may be up to 50 percent. [5]
