Quality standard
Quality statements
Quality statements
Statement 1 Adults with suspected axial or peripheral spondyloarthritis are referred to a rheumatologist.
Statement 2 Adults with suspected axial spondyloarthritis and an X‑ray that does not show sacroiliitis have an MRI using an inflammatory back pain protocol.
Statement 3 Adults with axial spondyloarthritis are referred to a specialist physiotherapist for a structured exercise programme.
Statement 4 Adults with spondyloarthritis are given information about their condition, which healthcare professionals will be involved with their care, and how and when to get in touch with them.