Hi Lynne,

Welcome to kickas.org.
Does slamming your back on the floor mean what I think it means? If so, Ouch! The cost of treatment varies, but if it gets too expensive you should look into health insurance. The only time I ever really had constant care is when I was on biologics or methotrexate. Otherwise I only see my rheumatologist 2 to 4 times a year, but this doesn't include any tests that need to be done in a different location. I'm sure someone else will come along and help with your other questions.

Take care,
James

HLA-B27+, JRA diagnosis in 1981, re-diagnosed as AS in 1988. Also iritis, colitis, and psoriasis. NSD + low carb helps me. My health makes it hard for me to post in a timely way.