[Characterization of patients with ankylosing spondylitis in hidrokinesitherapy - a multidimensional assessment].

Objectives: Clinical, functional and working characterization of an Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) group of patients that perform hydrotherapy regularly in a physical and rehabilitation department. Assessment of the benefit of hydrotherapy in symptom relief, function and consumption of analgesics and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

Material And Methods: A transversal characterization of a group of patients with SA undergoing hydrotherapy was performed.