Hypermobility: When Moving Too Freely Affects Your Health
Being able to move freely is key. But what if you move “too freely”? Is there such a thing?
If you experience any of these symptoms
✨ Joints slipping out of place
✨ Ongoing aches in your joints
✨ Muscle fatigue or weakness
✨ Swelling or stiffness
✨ Feeling wobbly or unsteady
You may have “Hypermobility”
This can be categorised into several subtypes based on its characteristics and underlying causes:
Generalised Hypermobility: Widespread joint hypermobility affecting multiple joints across the body, often associated with connective tissue conditions like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS).
Localised Hypermobility: Increased joint mobility confined to a specific joint or a small group of joints, which may cause localised discomfort or instability.
Syndromic Hypermobility: Hypermobility that occurs as part of a broader genetic syndrome, such as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome or Marfan Syndrome, often with additional systemic features.
Asymptomatic Hypermobility: Joint hypermobility that does not cause symptoms or problems and may be considered normal, especially in young, flexible individuals.
Understanding these subcategories helps healthcare professionals tailor management strategies, ensuring appropriate care based on the individual's specific presentation.
At Healthpoint Osteopathy, we provide personalised, patient-centric, hands-on care to improve joint stability, reduce pain, and boost your confidence in movement.
Let us help you feel more comfortable and active!
