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health16 days ago•11 min saved

Wisconsin grapples with hidden hypermobile EDS amid diagnosis delays

Wisconsin faces a pervasive, under-recognized case of hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS): about 12,000 residents may have it, yet only a handful of doctors can diagnose it and patients often wait 10–16 years for answers. UW Health clinicians are teaching other providers, adding Beighton-score–based diagnostic workups, and pushing for more education and access to care, while advocacy groups push public awareness and a state-wide awareness month to address a fragmented, multi-specialty care landscape.

via The Cap Times|

#awareness #diagnosis-delay #health

health1 year ago•2 min saved

"Study Suggests Hypermobile Individuals at Higher Risk for Long Covid"

Research suggests that people with hypermobility, or excessively flexible joints, may be more prone to long Covid and persistent fatigue. A study found that individuals with hypermobile joints were about 30% more likely to report not fully recovering from Covid-19 and were significantly more affected by high levels of fatigue. While the study doesn't prove that hypermobility caused their illness, there is a plausible mechanism through which it could contribute to symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, and postural tachycardia syndrome. Understanding this link may aid in the development of new treatments for long Covid.

via The Guardian|

#connective-tissue #fatigue #health

health-and-wellness2 years ago•7 min saved

"The Blessing and Curse of Hypermobility in Yoga Class"

Hypermobility, the ability to bend joints beyond the typical range of movement, can be both a blessing and a curse. While it can make individuals feel smug in yoga class and benefit athletes, it may also lead to an increased risk of falls and frailty in old age. Research suggests that hypermobile teens may be at a higher risk of joint pain as they age. For those experiencing pain or other issues, strengthening muscles, improving posture, and staying active through activities like yoga, pilates, and swimming can help manage hypermobility.

via The Guardian|

#exercise #flexibility #health-and-wellness

health2 years ago•9 min saved

"Trail Running: My Hypermobile Journey to Strength and Stability"

The author shares their experience with hypermobility and being diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), a connective tissue disorder. They explain how trail running has been beneficial for managing their pain and strengthening their stabilizing muscles. The article highlights the importance of exercise for individuals with hypermobility and provides advice on seeking information and finding knowledgeable physical therapists.

via Trail Runner Magazine|

#connective-tissue-disorders #ehlers-danlos-syndrome #exercise

health2 years ago•4 min saved

The Surprising Link Between Vitamin Deficiency and Joint Hypermobility.

Tulane University researchers have discovered a possible genetic cause for hypermobility and related disorders, such as Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, linking it to a deficiency of folate caused by a variation of the MTHFR gene. The discovery could help doctors diagnose hypermobility and hypermobile EDS more accurately by looking for elevated folate levels in blood tests and the MTHFR genetic variant. An existing FDA-approved treatment, methylated folate, has shown promise in improving patients’ symptoms.

via SciTechDaily|

#ehlers-danlos-syndrome #folate-deficiency #health