Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

Mar 26, 20233 min read

Craniocervical Instability & Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

Craniocervical Instability (CCI) is when the ligaments in the upper cervical spine become loose, which can lead to headaches, migraines,…

Mar 19, 20232 min read

Joint Hypermobility & Neurodiversity - Is there a link?

Individuals with joithypermobility and EDS have been found to have a difference in th brain part that processes fear and emotions.

Feb 15, 20231 min read

Hormones and Hypermobility

Although estrogen tends to stabilize collagen, progestogens loosen it...

Jan 18, 20231 min read

ENDOMETRIOSIS AND hEDS?

Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS), is probably the most common disease among heritable connective tissue disorders...

Jan 11, 20232 min read

PAIN and FATIGUE?

Joint sprains and subluxations are the fairly common injuries in JHS and result from overstretching the lax joint ligaments and capsule.

Jan 4, 20232 min read

If my joints are so loose, why do I feel so tight?

EDS and HSD cause increased laxity of the ligaments, which causes “looseness” of the joints.

Dec 28, 20222 min read

Physical therapy for hypermobility!

Exercises should target a specific component of movement which requires greater skill and precision.

Feb 10, 20222 min read

Gyrotonic 101: How Can it Help You?

Gyrotonic is a unique and specialized approach to movement that addresses all components of the body. Rather than focusing on one aspect...

Jan 14, 20222 min read

Hip Labral Tears & EDS/HSD

A common injury we treat here in our clinic is a hip labral tear. A labral tear occurs when the cartilage, or labrum, in your hip becomes...

Jan 6, 20223 min read

FODMAPs: How Can They Affect You?

When you have EDS, gastrointestinal issues are often an unfortunate side effect. The symptoms, including bloating, constipation, and acid...

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