People living with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS) and hypermobility spectrum disorders (HDS) often follow dietary patterns that are high in protein and fat but low in calories, fiber, and essential vitamins. A new study from the U.K. suggests these restrictive eating habits,…
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Over the past several weeks, I realized just how exhausted I was as winter break approached. As a teacher, I’m fortunate to have time off for the holidays, and this year I needed it more than ever. Instead of traveling, I spent my break catching up on things at home,…
Compression garments are well tolerated and may reduce pain and the use of pain medications in people with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS) or hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD). That’s according to a recent study, which demonstrates that treatment response, reported in 80% of participants, was associated with a longer time…
Becoming educated and informed about Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is a good first step. Here you’ll find general information about the disease, including diagnosis, symptoms, and causes.
It helps to know others have been where you are now. Here’s a collection of our columnists’ words of wisdom to help you along on your journey.
There is no cure for Ehlers-Danlos syndrome yet, but there are treatments that can help manage the disease. Learn more about the approved and experimental therapies here.
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