Founded in 1983 by people affected by ankylosing spondylitis, a crippling form of spinal arthritis that strikes young people, the Spondylitis Association of America was the first, and remains the largest resource in the United States for people seeking information on AS and related diseases. Their mission is to be a leader in the quest to cure AS and related diseases, and to empower those affected to live life to the fullest.

WEBSITE: www.spondylitis.org